Texas Legislature Eyes Alternatives If Prop 1 Fails
In Austin, lawmakers debate funding for public schools if May 1 Prop 1 fails. Rep. Hochberg proposes consolidating 1,048 districts into 83 by 1994-95, while Rep. Linebarger cautions on consolidation. Gov. Richards backs Prop 1. STOP opposes it.
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Texans Reject Robin Hood Tax Plan In Texas Education Fight
Boone Pickens argues against the Texas school finance amendment on the May 1 ballot. He cites rising spending, low SAT rankings, and administrative costs while calling for a detailed financial impact statement before voting. He criticizes the Robin Hood plan as politically driven and stresses accountability for any new education funding.
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