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Texas Democrats criticize school leaders for being too “nice” about their funding needs

Lawmakers this week listened to testimony on House Bill 2, which would raise schools’ base funding per student by $220 — a figure that falls short of what many Texans say is needed.

Odessa High School students walk between classes Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2023 in Odessa.


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