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Governor Greg Abbott rallied support for expanding education freedom in Texas at a Parents Matter Tailgate event in San Antonio. Joined by over 1,000 parents, students, and school choice advocates, Governor Abbott called on Texans to contact their legislators and push for school choice.

During the event, Governor Abbott emphasized the importance of parents having the ability to choose the best education for their children. He highlighted the need to go beyond simply increasing funding for public education and instead focus on empowering parents to make decisions that are in the best interest of their children.

"Our children are a treasure, and we as a state must do everything we can to help those children," said Governor Abbott. "Public education is being funded at a far higher level than ever before in the history of our state. We all know in life that money does not solve every problem. The reality is we need to ensure that parents get to choose the school that's best for their child. When it comes to education, parents matter. When it comes to our future, parents matter. Mom and dad are in charge, and Texas will put them in charge when we pass school choice."

The Parents Matter Tailgate, hosted by the Texas Public Policy Foundation, aims to bring together parents, students, and education leaders to advocate for parental rights and school choice. The event combines high school football with discussions on empowering parents and students in their education.

Governor Abbott has made education freedom a priority, declaring it an emergency item during his 2023 State of the State address. In June, he signed four key pieces of parent empowerment legislation into law during the 88th Regular Legislative Session. Education freedom remains a priority for Governor Abbott during the ongoing Special Session #3.

The Governor's call to action at the Parents Matter Tailgate is a reminder of the importance of parental involvement in education and the need for policies that give parents the ability to choose the best educational options for their children. With his continued support, Governor Abbott is working towards ensuring that every Texan family has the opportunity to make the right choices for their children's education.

To learn more, click on this link: https://gov.texas.gov/news/post/governor-abbott-urges-texans-to-help-tackle-school-choice-at-parents-matter-tailgate-in-san-antonio