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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 21, 2004
Page
19
Texas Comptroller Carole Keeton Strayhorn criticized Governor Perry for calling a fourth special session without a long term education plan. She urged focus on real reform as lawmakers rejected Perry’s plan to cut residential taxes and raise sin taxes to fund schools. Strayhorn hinted at political ambitions but remained coy about potential run.
In Austin the Texas Constitution requires a 140 day biennial session while Gov. Perry questions its efficiency. Special sessions can extend with 30 days for emergencies, costing funds and staff. Experts debate whether annual sessions would improve policy timing and accountability.
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