Controversial Texas School Discipline Bill Heads to Governor Abbott's Desk

A new bill aimed at curbing the rise in violent and disruptive incidents in Texas schools is now awaiting Gov. Greg Abbott’s signature, but some parents and educators say the proposed legislation falls short of solving the deeper issues at play. The “Teacher Bill of Rights,” recently passed by the Texas House, is designed to give educators more authority to remove students who repeatedly disrupt the classroom or display violent behavior.