The State Comptrollers Office in Texas has unveiled guidelines for a new Education Freedom Accounts program, funded by $1 billion, allowing families to choose private schools for their children. Critics worry about public school funding. Students can receive up to $10,800 annually, with $30,000 for those with disabilities. Homeschooled children get up to $2,000. Priority goes to low-income families and those with siblings in the program. Private schools can sign up from Dec 9, and families can enroll children from Feb 4, 2026. Schools must be accredited for at least two years, potentially from outside Texas. The program will be audited annually by the State Comptrollers office.
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