New Texas Laws 2025: School Vouchers and Ten Commandments in Classrooms

New School Voucher Program

• 💸 Senate Bill 2 establishes one of the nation's largest school voucher programs, allowing taxpayer dollars for private school tuition and educational expenses.
• 💰 Most students can receive up to $10,000 annually, with higher amounts available for children with disabilities.
• 🗓️ The program is funded with $1 billion and is set to officially begin in the 2026-27 school year.

Ten Commandments Display Requirement

• 📜 Senate Bill 10, also known as the Ten Commandments bill, mandates that a copy of the Ten Commandments be displayed in every Texas public classroom starting September 1st.
• ⚖️ A judge has temporarily blocked this measure for several school districts, including HISD, which filed a lawsuit.
• 🗣️ Supporters believe Christian teachings are important, while critics express concerns about the separation of church and state.

Broader Legislative Impact

• 📚 Over 800 new laws took effect in Texas on September 1st, with many impacting the education sector.
• ⚠️ These laws, passed during the 89th legislative session, continue to draw significant attention and discussion.
• 🛣️ Future segments will explore other new laws, such as funding for railroad crossing safety.