Texas Debt Surges Twofold Over Ten Years
Texas debt rose 200 percent from 1992 to 2002, reaching 24 billion dollars, or 1,104 dollars per resident, amid bonds for prison, university, and transportation projects. The state cites Bond Review Board oversight and program-backed funding for most debt. Compared with New York and California, Texas remains far smaller in total debt.
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Texas Teachers Pay Lags National Average at 30th
A state report shows Texas teacher salaries rank 30th in the nation for the 2002 03 school year with an average pay of 39972 dollars compared with the national 45771 dollars. Leaders cite ongoing budget fights as lawmakers seek a new school funding plan.
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Senator Florence Shapiro proposes Texas school finance plan
A Plano Republican senator introduces a compromise plan to revitalize school funding reform ahead of an August special session. Governor Perry targets August for action as lawmakers face January return. The plan blends ideas from both sides and aims to address education funding and property tax relief.
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