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Texas Education Freedom Accounts Under Scrutiny | Austin News
Texas just dropped its billion-dollar Education Freedom Accounts program—and the numbers are already sparking debate. Over 85,000 accounts funded by late July, with heavy focus on students with disabilities and low-income families, as state officials tout it as a resounding success. But critics are raising red flags: key data like ZIP codes is missing, undermining transparency and raising questions about whether the report tells the full story. The core promise? Empower parents to choose the best education for their kids, driving competition and better outcomes. Supporters are already eyeing…
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