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  3. Sen. Charles Schwertner

Sen. Charles Schwertner

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Letters
Map PinRound Rock, TX

Vote NO on sb2

Vote NO on SB2. We do not want vouchers. We want our public education system to stay in tact with equal access to special education needs. The people of Texas do not want a voucher system that only stands to benefit those who can already afford private education.

Map PinRound Rock, TX

Reject SB 2, protect voting rights and fair elections

Directly connecting public education funding to private school tuition through voucher programs raises significant concerns about equity, accountability and the separation of church and state. Siphoning money away from already underfunded public schools could further weaken vital services for the va

Map PinLeander, TX

Say no to Vouchers!

I am writing to ask you to protect neighborhood schools and oppose private school vouchers in Texas. All Texas students deserve an education that prepares them to succeed, not just students at exclusive private schools. The Texas state constitution says our Legislature is responsible for funding ou

Map PinLeander, TX

Support HB 2! Texas students deserve better funded schools!

Please support HB 2 to help all Texas students succeed. HB 2 proposes a $395 increase to the Basic Allotment: • It is a start, but only 30% of what is needed to match 2019 buying power. Please work to help get more funding for our kids. • Push for amendments that increase school funding. Figh

Map PinLeander, TX

Vote NO on HB 2! Support public education!

As your constituent, I urge you to consider your votes carefully on both House Bill 2 regarding school finance and House Bill 3, on private school vouchers. Our public schools are in a funding crisis of the state’s own making. Texas has the world’s eighth-largest economy and yet districts across

Map PinLeander, TX

Support HB 1556 to keep Texans safe!

I am a constituent. I'm writing to urge you to support HB 1556, which would raise the minimum age to purchase semi-automatic rifles from 18 to 21. It's been nearly three years since the Uvalde tragedy, and families are still waiting for action. On April 18, 2023, those families waited 13 hours to t

Map PinLeander, TX

Vote NO on SB 2!

Governor Abbott’s voucher scheme—Senate Bill 2 (SB 2)—isn’t just bad for Texas public schools, it’s a tax hike in disguise. SB 2 would drain $5 billion from our public schools by 2030, forcing local communities to raise property taxes just to keep schools open. Texans know better. A recent poll show

Map PinLeander, TX

Vote no on HB 2771

I am writing today to express my strong opposition to HB 2771, which I believe will make our communities less safe and put more Texans at risk of gun violence.   Texas already has some of the weakest gun laws in the country, and yet we continue to see proposals that would further roll back even basi

Map PinLeander, TX

Vote on on HB 2470

I am writing today to express my strong opposition to HB 2470, which I believe will make our communities less safe and put more Texans at risk of gun violence.   Texas already has some of the weakest gun laws in the country, and yet we continue to see proposals that would further roll back even basi

Map PinLeander, TX

Protect Section 504 for all Texans!

I live in Texas. My children go to Texas public schools. My family works for Texas companies. My whole life is in Texas. I want Texas to be a great place for EVERYONE. I want ALL Texas children to receive the help they need in a fair and equitable manner. Section 504 helps to ensure all children a

Map PinLeander, TX

Fund ALL Texas Schools! Say no to ESAs!

I live in Texas. My children go to Texas public schools. I strongly oppose Educational Savings Accounts (ESAs) and urge you to focus on supporting public schools, which serve 5.5 million Texas students. ESAs divert vital funding from public schools, worsen budget shortfalls, and increase disparitie

Map PinLeander, TX

Prioritize funding for strong public education system

Public education is a fundamental right, and taxpayer funds should prioritize supporting and strengthening the public school system accessible to all students, regardless of income or circumstances. Diverting tax dollars away from public schools to subsidize private education, which often has additi

Map PinLeander, TX

Texas Teachers Deserve a Raise!

Hello, I know you are preparing for House Budget Night on Thursday, April 10. Thank you for working to develop a budget that reflects the needs and priorities of Texans throughout the state, including those in our community. I urge you to vote for any amendment to the budget that increases the bas

Map PinLeander, TX

Say no to ESAs/Vouchers!

I live in Texas. I have children in Texas public schools. I strongly oppose Educational Savings Accounts (ESAs) and urge you to focus on supporting public schools. ESAs (vouchers) directly hurt students with disabilities who receive Special Education services in Public Schools in the State of Texas

Map PinLeander, TX

Say NO to HB3!

Hello, I live in Texas. I have children in Texas public schools. I strongly oppose Educational Savings Accounts (ESAs) and urge you to focus on supporting public schools, which serve 5.5 million Texas students. ESAs divert vital funding from public schools, worsen budget shortfalls, and increase d

Map PinLeander, TX

Reject HB3, protect public education for all students

The Texas legislature's proposed school voucher program is deeply concerning as it would divert crucial funding away from public schools, leaving many students behind. Public education is a cornerstone of our society, providing quality learning opportunities to all children regardless of socioeconom

Map PinLeander, TX

Prioritize equitable public education funding over school voucher program

The proposed school voucher program in Texas, outlined in House Bill 3, raises significant concerns about its impact on public education in the state. While proponents argue that school choice will improve educational outcomes, evidence from other states like Arizona suggests that voucher programs c

Map PinLeander, TX

Vote no on HB3, protect public education in Texas

The majority of Texans do not support the passage of House Bill 3, which proposes implementing a school voucher program in the state. This controversial measure has faced significant opposition from educators, parents, and advocacy groups who argue that vouchers will divert crucial funding away from

Map PinLeander, TX

Prioritize investing in public schools for all Texas students

Texas school voucher proposal HB3 undermines public education and drains funding from already underfunded public schools. Instead of giving school vouchers to a selected few, Texas should increase funding for ALL public schools to help ALL Texas students. The plan to divert tax dollars to private sc

Map PinLeander, TX

Protect Public Schools, Oppose Texas HB 3 Vouchers

Vote no on HB3. The proposed school voucher legislation in Texas raises significant concerns about the potential diversion of funding away from public schools and toward private institutions. While promoting school choice may seem appealing, robust public education is vital for ensuring equal opport

Verified VoterLeander, TX

Protect democracy and have a special election!

Greg Abbott has the power to arbitrarily delay the special election to fill the vacant congressional seat in Texas's 18th District until November 4th. This would leave the heavily Democratic, majority-minority district unrepresented in Congress for nearly half a year. It is crucial for the integrity

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