Perry Pushes School Finance Plan In Texas Session
Gov. Perry led a reform effort with Lt. Gov. Dewhurst and House Speaker Craddick to overhaul Texas school funding. The proposal including a 35 admission fee to topless clubs was rejected 126-0 on the House floor. Perry vowed ongoing negotiations and future sessions to seek a funding solution.
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Poll shows Perry approval at new low in Texas
A Texas Poll released Tuesday finds more than half of Texans rate Gov. Rick Perry's job performance as fair or poor, with 6 percent saying excellent and 34 percent good. The survey notes declines from spring 2003 and references Perry's school finance plan discussions as lawmakers seek property tax relief and a revamped Robin Hood system.
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Republican leaders raise money during special session
Gov Rick Perry and two Republican leaders held fundraising events during a 28 day special legislative session on school finance. Lt Gov Dewhurst and Comptroller Strayhorn also raised money. Critics call it bad government and worry about potential corruption during a session with gambling and tax issues pending. Perry spokesman said fundraisers were necessary and disclosed.
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