WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
FOR:
Allmon, Jennifer Executive Director (also providing written testimony) (The Texas
Catholic Conference of Bishops), Austin, TX
Bedrick, Jason (also providing written testimony) (Self), Phoenix, AZ
Brown, Matthew (Self), Sugar land, TX
Brown, Selina (Self), Sugar Land, TX
Castle, Mary Elizabeth Director of Government Relations (Texas Values Action), Austin,
TX
Cunneen, Nathaniel (Self; American Federation for Children), Addison, TX
DeAngelis, Corey (Self; American Federation for Children), San Antonio, TX
Doerksen, Craig Director (Self; Waterloo School), Austin, TX
Gille, Jo-Ann (Self), Boerne, TX
Hatley, Erin (Self; The Vine School), Victoria, TX
Hernandez, Gemma (Self), Brownsville, TX
Hopkins, Perla (Moms For America), Leander, TX
Lazaroff, Lazer Rabbi (Self), Houston, TX
Lucio, Jr., Eddie (Self; Texans for Free Enterprise), Los Fresnos, TX
Marshall, Karen SREC (Self; State Republican Executive Committee), San Antonio, TX
McCoy, Mazie Assistant Superintendent (Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston),
Houston/TX, TX
Olson, Bishop Michael (Self; Diocese of Fort Worth), Fort Worth, TX
Ortiz Duarte, Oscar Principal (Self; Diocese of Fort Worth & Nolan Catholic High
School), Fort Worth, TX
Pei, Laikwan, candy (also providing written testimony) (Self), Katy, TX
Potts, Meredith (Self), Victoria, TX
Price, MacKenzie Head of gt.school (Self; Gt.school), Austin, TX
Rinaldi, Matt Chairman, Republican Party of Texas (Self; Republican Party of Texas),
Austin, TX
Rogers, Shelley (Self; ACE Scholarships Texas), Taylor Lake Village, TX
Ryan, Amanda (also providing written testimony) (Self), Bee Cave, TX
Sasser, Amy (also providing written testimony) (Self), La Porte, TX
Smith, Sophia (also providing written testimony) (Self), Friendswwod, TX
Taylor, Larry (also providing written testimony) (Texas Conservative Coalition Research
Institute), Friendswood, TX
Taylor, Todd (Self), Pasadena, TX
Teal, Gary (Self), Whitney, TX
Todd- Smith, Dr. Laurie Director AFPI (also providing written testimony) (Self; America
First Policy Institute), Madison, MS, TX
Varmah, Hera (Self; The American Federation for Children), Apollo Beach, fl, TX
Villarreal, Roberto (Self; What is school for?), Roundrock, TX
Wang, Xiaomei (also providing written testimony) (Self), Fort Worth, TX
Wilson, Robert W Mr. (also providing written testimony) (Self), Lumberton, TX
WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
AGAINST:
Aleman, Steven Senior Policy Specialist (also providing written testimony) (Disability
Rights Texas), Austin, TX
Bakich, Meg (Self), Dallas, TX
Bihun, Meaghan (Self), San Antonio, TX
Birkholz, Jennie (Self), Round Rock, TX
Bledsoe, Gary President (also providing written testimony) (Self; Texas NAACP), Austin;
Texas, TX
BROOKS, EVELYN Member, State Board of Education, District 14 (Self), Frisco, TX
Brown Daniel, Ginny Rev. Dr. (Self), Spring, TX, TX
Busse, Lara Parent (Self), Harlingen, TX
Bussey, Faith (Self; Texans for Homeschool Freedom), Arlington, TX
Butcher, Callie (Self), Dallas, TX
Caffee, Sarah (Self), Hockley, TX
Capo, Zeph President (also providing written testimony) (Self; Texas American Federation
of Teachers), Austin, TX
Carmona, Gordy (Self), Frisco, TX
Carra, Missie Self (also providing written testimony) (Self), Fort Worth, TX
Carranza, Susana Dr. (Self), Austin, TX
Chevalier, Andrea (also providing written testimony) (Texas Council of Administrators of
Special Education (TCASE)), Austin, TX
Dawer, Daniel (also providing written testimony) (Self; Educators in Solidarity), Austin,
TX
Eaton, Elise (also providing written testimony) (Self; Texans for Homeschool Freedom),
The Woodlands, TX
Figueroa, Tez (Self; Out Youth), Austin, TX
Fowler, Melody President Arlington ISD Board of Trustees (Arlington ISD Board of
Trustees), Arlington, TX
Giles, Mandy (Self), Houston, TX
Grizzard, Julia Executive Director (Self; Bexar County Education Coalition), San Antonio,
TX
Hall, Ash (Self; ACLU of Texas), Austin, TX
Hansen, Lana (Self), Manchaca, TX
Hedtke, Amy (Self), Waxahachie, TX
Jones, Carl TDP Rural Caucus State Field Coordinator (also providing written testimony)
(Self; TDP Non Urban Rural Caucus), Spicewood, TX
Joseph, Zenobia Ms. (also providing written testimony) (Self), Austin, TX
Joy, Louise (Self), Austin, TX
Kim, Tricia (also providing written testimony) (Self), Austin, TX
Kincaid, Jeannette (Self), Austin, TX
Klosterboer, Brian (also providing written testimony) (Self; ACLU of Texas), Houston,
TX
Kosobud, Terry (also providing written testimony) (Self), Austin, TX
WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
Latham Sikes, Chloe Deputy Director of Policy (also providing written testimony) (Self;
IDRA (Intercultural Development Research Association)), Austin, TX
Leahy, Francesca (Self), Austin, TX
Linahan, Alice VP Women on the Wall (Self), Argyle, TX
Litzler, John (Texas Baptists Christian Life Commission), Dallas, TX
Lorigo-Johst, Chevonne (also providing written testimony) (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Lowe, Mary (Self), Colleyville, TX
Luke, Charles Dr. (Self; Coalition for Public Schools), Weatherford, TX
Markum, Alicia (Self), Round Rock, TX
Martinez, Ricardo (Self; EQTX Equality Texas), Austin, TX
Meza-Chavez, Jeannie Superintendent San Elizario ISD (Self), El Paso, TX
Ozuna, Rebekah (Self; Texas AFT), Austin TX, TX
Perez, Alicia Citizen of Texas (League of United Latin American Citizens), Austin, TX
Pieniazek, Ray Executive Director (Self; Agriculture Teachers Association of Texas),
Austin, TX
Puente, Jaime Director of Economic Opportunity (also providing written testimony) (Self;
Every Texan), Austin, TX
Reynolds, Troy Founder, Texans for Public Education (also providing written testimony)
(Self; Texans for Public Education), Spring, TX
Romans, Francesca (Self), Leander, TX
Russell, Calvin (also providing written testimony) (Self; Texans for Homeschool
Freedom), Magnolia, TX
Russell, Ginger (also providing written testimony) (Self), Magnolia, TX
Savage, Alison (Self), Lyford, TX
Smith, Anna (Self), Leander, TX
Stockhausen, Lorelei (Self), Houston, TX
Thompson, Nancy (Self), Austin, TX
Wiggins, Mark (Association of Texas Professional Educators), AUSTIN, TX
Young, Bethany (Self; Texans for School Choice), Bastrop, TX
ON:
Barnard, Christian Senior Policy Analyst (Reason Foundation), Raleigh, NC
Combs, Daniel (Self; Alvin ISD), Alvin/TX, TX
Egidio, Jaqueline (Self), San Antonio, TX
Garcia-Tejeda, Jessica (Self), Austin, TX
Gonzalez, Sabrina (also providing written testimony) (Texas Council for Disabilities),
Austin, TX
Gravette, Susie (Self), Austin tx, TX
Lueken, Martin Director, Fiscal Research & Education Center (also providing written
testimony) (Self; EdChoice), Indianapolos, IN
Pacheco, Edgar Advocate (Self), Pearland, TX
Pernetti, Michaela (Self; Texas Center for Education Policy), Austin, TX
WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
Registering, but not testifying:
FOR:
Ahrens, Paul Owner (Self; Kids R Kids), Katy, TX
Armato, Matthew (Self; Young Conservatives of Texas at the University of Dallas), Irving,
TX
Aviles, Tina (Self), Grand Prairie, TX
Billman, Jacob Student (Self; Young Conservatives of Texas at SMU), Dallas, TX
Brassington, Jessica (Self), Montgomery, TX
Broughton, Whitney Ass. Director (Texas Association of School Boards), Austin, TX
Bundgus, Amy (Self), Lantana, TX
Busse, Ryan (Self), Harlingen, TX
Carrea, Gemma (Self), Katy, TX
Chambers, Xaviera (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Chukwuemeka, Melisa (Self), Richmond, TX
Cole, Elle President, Park Cities Republican Women (Self; Park Cities Republican
Women), Dallas, TX
Collins, Genevieve Texas Director (Self; Americans for Prosperity, The LIBRE Initative),
Dallas, TX
Colon, Jessica (Self; Texans for Parental Choice in Education), Houston, TX
Corser, Meagan (Family Freedom Project), Lubbock, TX
Drogin, Mandy (Self; Texas Public Policy Foundation), Austin, TX
Evans, Michelle (Self; Independent Women's Network), Round Rock, TX
Fierro, Angel (Self), Houston, TX
Fincher, David (Self; NCCC,), Mesquite, TX
Frey, Graham CEO, Hallcraft School Studio (Self), Austin, TX
Fuentes, Frank (Self), Austin/Texas, TX
Gallen, Patti (Self), Austin, TX
Garner, Donald Executive Director (Self; Texas Faith & Freedom Coalition), Austin, TX
Glass, Tom (Self), Hockley, TX
Greene, Lenora (Self), Austin, TX
Grusendorf, Kent Liberty For The Kids, Pres. (Self; Liberty For The Kids), Austin, TX
Head, Paxton (Self), Katy Tx, TX
Head, Vim (Self), Katy, TX
Hegar, Ty (Self), Katy, TX
Jennings, George (Self), Houston, TX
Keener, Justin (Self; Texans for Free Enterprise, and Doug Deason), Austin, TX
Leyack, Amy (Self), Paige, TX
Lucas, Susan (Self), Bryan, TX
Macias, Mia (Self; New Hope Christian Academy), Plano, TX
Martinez, Art (Self), Von ormy, TX
Martinez, Jorge Director of Coalitions (Self; The LIBRE Initiative), McAllen, TX
Mckinley, Bennett (Self), Katy, TX
Neumann, Josh (Self), Cypress, TX
WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
Osborn, Brett (Self; Young Conservatives of Texas at SMU), Dallas, TX
Pinzon, Paula Pastor (Self; Casa de Encuentro), Houston, TX
Risinger, Alyson (Self), Katy, TX
Rivera, Sonia Advocate (Self), Houston, TX
Scherber, Douglas (Self; Kids R Kids), Huffman, TX
Steagall, Pepper (Self), Katy, TX
Steinhauser, Randan (Self), Austin, TX
Thomas, Teresa (Self), Tomball, TX
Torres, Olivia (Self), Katy, TX
Trainor, Lucy (Self), Driftwood, TX
Vacek, Mason (Self), Katy, TX
Vincitore, Brandon (Self; Young Conservatives of Texas at SMU), Cypress, TX
Yamarick, Paul (Self), Moulton, TX
Yarbrough, Jace (Self), Dallas, TX
AGAINST:
A, Samantha (Self), San Marcos, TX
Albert, David Dr. (Self; Texas AFT), Austin, TX
Allsup, Ashlea (Self), New Braunfels, TX
Amps, Emily (Texas AFL-CIO), Austin, TX
Angus, Tiffany (Self), Longview, TX
Arias, Jordan (Self), Austin, TX
Arndt, Clint (Self), Austin, TX
Aslam, Muneeb “Meebs” (Self), Austin, TX
Ausley, Robbie (Self), Austin, TX
Ausley, Tom (Self), Austin, TX
Bandel, Holly Executive Associate Minister (Self; Pastors for Texas Children/First United
Methodist Dallas), Dallas, TX
Barker, Lois (Self; Texas Council of Teachers of English Language Arts), Houstob, TX
Barreto, Fabiola Associate Director of Policy and Advocacy (Self; Youth Rise Texas),
Austin, TX
Barsalou, Denee (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Besinger, Jackie (Self), Austin TX, TX
Bishop, Delaina (Self), Austin, TX
Bishop, Michael (Self), Austin, TX
BLUMBERG, MARY (Self), New Braunfels78130, TX
Bowman, Tara (Self), Austin, TX
Breed, Robin (Self), Austin, TX
Brophey, Patrick (North Texas Commission), Irving, TX
Broughal, Christine (Self; Texans for Special Education Reform), Austin, TX
Brownson, Amanda (Texas Association of School Business Officials), Austin, TX
Broyles, Bobby Pastor (Pastors for Texas Children), Garland, Tx, TX
Brugge, Cynthia (Self), Fairview, TX
Brumit, Sarah (Self), Pflugerville, TX
WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
C, Mikki (Self), Austin, TX
Caesar, Minda (Self; SBISD Board of Trustee), Houston, TX
Campa, Kerren (Self), Austin, TX
Campa, Olivia (Self), San Antonio, TX
Campa, Rick (Self), Austin, TX
Campbell, Grover Assoc Ex Dir Gov Relations, TASB (TASB), Austin, TX
Carmona, Gordy (Self), Frisco, TX
Carney, Dee (Texas School Alliance), Austin, TX
Cave, Heather (Self), Spring Branch, TX
Chavez, Jesus H (South Texas Association of Schools), Round Rock, TX
Cofield, Melanie (Self), Austin, TX
Combs Cantu, Tracie (Self), Austin, TX
Coon, Claire (Self), Austin, TX
Corley, Alexander (Self), Austin, TX
Cortez, Ana (Self), Manor, TX
Daniel, Kelly (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Davies, Will (Texas Legislative Education Equity Coalition (TLEEC)), Austin, TX
Davis, Aicha Member, State Board of Education (Self), Desoto, TX
Davis, Christy (Self), New Braunfels, TX
DeMatthews, David (Self), Austin, TX
DePalma, Richard (Self), Austin, TX
Divk, Daniel (Self), Austin, TX
Donatt, Lenore "Lory" (Self), WestLake Hills, TX
Drackert, Kathryn (Self), Austin, TX
Duru, Chinwendu Doctoral Student (Self), Round Rock, TX
Egger, Dominique (Self), Austin, TX
Esperanza, Catherine (Self), Austin, TX
Espey, Jennifer (Self; Spring branch isd school finance advocacy team), Houston, TX
Flores, Lisa (Easter Seals Central Texas), Austin, TX
Ford, Ashley Director of Public Policy and Advocacy (The Arc of Texas), Austin, TX
Ford, Ashley (Self), Austin, TX
Forest, Rebecca President Women On The Wall (Self), Austin, TX
Fortea, Reymon (Self), Austin, TX
Fowler, Elaina Legislative Consultant (Texas State Teachers Association), Austin, TX
Friedel, Dana (Self; Pastors for Texas Children/First United Methodist Dallas), Dallas, TX
Frost, Lucy (Self), Manchaca, TX
G, Amy (Self), Austin, TX
Galinsky, Rebecca (Self), Arlington, TX
Gatowski, Stehen (Self), Austin, TX
Gehring, Avery (Self), Austin, TX
Gehring, Reid (Self), Austin, TX
Gibson, Greg Dr (Self; Texas Association of Midsize Schools), Graham, TX
Goethals, Allison (Self), Austin, TX
WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
Gómez marchant, Carlos Nicolas Dr (Self), Round Rock, TX
Gonzalez, Suzanne (Self), Austin, TX
Grant, Milo Rev (Self), Austin, TX
Griffith, Carrie (Self; Texas State Teachers Association), Austin, TX
Guesner, Kaitlyn (Self), Austin, TX
Guy, Linda RN,PNP (Self), Austin, TX
H., Vashalla (Self), Austin, TX
Hall, Leslie (Self), Austin, TX
Hardin, Glennda (Self), Temple, TX
Hill, Rachel Government Affairs Director (Self), Austin, TX
Hoffacker, Daphne (Self), Austin, TX
Holubec, Bryan (Self), Thrall, TX
Houston, Joshua Advocacy Director (Texas Impact), Austin, TX
Huckabay, Melissa (Self), Kyle, TX
Huff PH.D, Patrick (Self), Tomball, TX
Hughes, Hannah (Self), Austin TX, TX
Hunt, Jonathan Mr. (Self), Cedar Park, TX
Hunt, Kyla (Self), Cedar Park, TX
Ibarra-Nagel, Petra (Self), Austin, TX
J, Hadley (Self), Austin, TX
Jabak, Zainab (Self; Texas Council of Teachers of English Language Arts), Sugar Land,
TX
Jackson, Mary Ann (Self), Cypress, TX
Jenkins, Nicole (American Foundation for Suicide Prevention), Austin, TX
Jenkins, Peggy Citizen (Self), New braunfels, TX
Johnson, Bethany (Self), Austin, TX
Johnson, LyAnna Rev. (Self; Texas Impact), Austin, TX
Jones, Garry (Self; Democrats for Education Reform), Fort worth, TX
Kallmerten, Taeler (Self), Austin, TX
Kennon, Suzi President (Texas PTA), Sachse, TX
Kieffer, Bridgette (Self), Plano, TX
Kieffer, Melanie (Self), Plano, TX
Kiser, Mary Beth Executive Director (Texas Psychological Association), Austin, TX
Kizer, Kathryn (Self; Access Education RRISD), Austin, TX
Kopp, Emilie (Self; In Good Company), Austin, TX
Kron, Carla (Self), Neew Braunfels, TX
Kuhlmann, Kate (Fast Growth School Coalition), Austin, TX
LaViola, Mara (Self; Texans for Special Education Reform), Austin, TX
Leal, Gloria Attorney (Self; League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC)), Austin,
TX
Lee, Michael Executive Director, TARS (Self; TARS), Lubbock, TX
Lewis, Brad (Self), Austin, TX
Litzinger, Linda (Self; Texas Parent to Parent), Austin, TX
WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
MacDougal, Vanessa Ms (Self), Austin, TX
Markus, Susan (Self), Austin, TX
Martinez, Louann (Texas Urban Council), Austin, TX
McBride, Megan Doctoral student (Self), Austin, TX
McCutchin, Chelsea (Self), Pflugerville, TX, TX
McLean, Gentry (Self), Austin, TX
Menendez, Fatima Interim Southwest Regional Counsel (Mexican American Legal Defense
and Educational Fund), San Antonio, TX
Miller, Babs Rev. (Self), Round Rock, TX, TX
Miller, Cyral (Self), Austin, TX
Miller, Daniel (Self), Austin, TX
Miller, Karen (Self; Blue action democrats-Texas Impact), Austin, TX
Miller, Laura (Self), Austin, TX
Montes, Gabriela Student (Self), Austin, TX
Moreland, Amy (Self), Austin, TX
Murphy, Heidi (Self), Austin, TX
Nguyen, Hung (Self), Austin, TX
Norris, Robert (Self), Austin, TX
Ocegueda, Sofia (Self), Austin, TX
Ojomo, Omodele (Autism Society of Texas), Austin, TX
Okonsky, Megan (Self), Austin, TX
Oliver, Harold (Self; Democrats for Education Reform), San Antonio, TX
Oliver, Julie (Self), Austin, TX
Oneal, Claire (Self), Austin, TX
Padgett, Loretta (Self), Canyon Lake, TX
Patrick, Teresa (Self), Bulverde, TX
Pauling, Sydney (Self), Austin, TX
Paxton, Alex (Self), Austin, TX
Pearson, Eldon (Self), Austin, TX
Peglar, Megan Rev. (Self; Pastors for Texas Children), TX, TX
Person, Maria (Self), Austin, TX
Pitts, Keiawnna (Self), Round Rock, TX
Polley, Georgia (Self; Spring branch isd school finance advocacy team), Houston, TX
Pritchett, William (Self), Houston, TX
Proznik, Jenny (Self), Frisco, TX
Pruett, Kay Dr (Self), Austin, TX
R, April (Self), Austin, TX
Reeves, Stephen (Self; Fellowship Southwest), Dripping Springs, TX
Richman Davidow, Sara (Self), Austin, TX
Robinson, Derom (Self), Lantana, TX
Rome, Christy Executive Director (Texas School Coalition), Austin, TX
S, Rox (Self), Austin, TX
Sabo, Jason (Children at Risk), Austin, TX
WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
Salazar, Alejos Superintendent (Self), Harlingen, TX
Sanders-Foster, Jolene Director of Advocacy (Self; Coalition of texans with disabilities),
Austin, TX
Sanderson, Josh Deputy executive director (Equity Center), Austin, TX
Saucedo, Carol (Self), Austin, TX
Saval, Maureen (Self), Leander, TX
Seale, Kirstin (Self), Austin, TX
Segovia, Andrea (Self; TENT), San Antonio, TX
Sheffield, Heather (Self), Austin, TX
Shudlick, Johann (Self), Austin, TX
Simpson Gray, Jane (Self), AUSTIN, TX
Stanch, Michaela (Self), Austin, TX
Stansell, Ellen Dr. (Self), AUSTIN, TX
Stansell, Emmett (Self), AUSTIN, TX
Stansell, John henry (Self), AUSTIN, TX
Stern, Maggie Program and Policy Manager (Self; Children's Defense Fund - Texas),
Austin, TX
Stewart, Katelyn (Self), Austin, TX
Stewart, Katelyn (Self), Austin, TX
Stewart, Susan (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Strongin, Kyle Dr (Self), Granbury, TX
Stuart, Chris (Self), Round rock, TX
Stuart, Jackie (Self), Round rock, TX
Tarleton, Bill Executive Director (Texas Rural Education Association), Austin, TX
Tendler, Stuart (Self), Austin, TX
Terry, Mark Deputy Executive Director (Self; Texas Elementary Principals and
Supervisors Association), Austin, TX
Thibaut, Kristi (Self; Sbisd advocacy team), Houston, TX
Thomson, Thomas (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Torres Yanez, Claudia (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Trevino, Taylor (Self), Austin, TX
Trevino, Theresa (Self; Texans Advocating For Meaningful Student Assessment), Austin,
TX
Van Maanen, Cynthia (Self; Travis County Democratic Party), Austin, TX
Vinson, Cheryl (Self; TCTELA), Euless, TX
Voosen, Maureen (Self), Austin, TX
Webb, Natalie Rev. (Self; Pastors for Texas Children), Austin, TX
Welles, Loren (Self), Austin, TX
White, Lauren (Self), Lakeway, TX
Wilbanks, David Trustee (Self), Alington, TX
Wilson, Jamie (Self), Denton, TX
Woods, Brian (Self; Northside Independent School District), San Antonio, TX
Woolsey, Frances (Self), Austin, TX
WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
Yoakem, Karma (Self), New Braunfels, TX
York, Ruth 1) VP; 2) Interim Chair (Self; Tea Party Patriots of Eastland County; Texas
Family Defense Committee), Cisco, TX
ON:
Billingsley, V era SchoolChoiceViableVouchers (Self), San Antonio, Tx, TX
Byer, Von General Counsel (Texas Education Agency), Austin, TX
Castilla, Cindi (Self; Texas Eagle Forum), Dallas, TX
Davenport, Robin (Self; Trinity Christian Academy), San Antonio, TX
DeHaan, Judi (Self), Cypress, TX
Fernandez, Linda Director, Educational Opportunities and Investment (Comptroller of
Public Accounts), Austin, TX
Gdula, Kimberly Deputy Chief General Litigation (Office of the Attorney General), Austin,
TX
Marin, Eric (TEA), Austin, TX
Martinez, Monica Associate Commissioner, Standards and Programs (Texas Education
Agency), Austin, TX
McLoughlin, Jessica (TEA), Austin, TX
Meyer, Mike Deputy Commissioner - Finance (Texas Education Agency), Austin, TX
Mims, DeeDee (Self; New Hope Christian Academy), Plano, TX
Reich, Aaron Trustee (Self; Arlington ISD), Arlington, TX
Rodriguez, David Exec Director, Investigation (Texas Education Agency), Austin, TX
Schutte, Marian Executive Director TEA (Texas Education Agency), Austin, TX
Spiller, Lee Executive Director (Citizens Commission on Human Rights), Austin, TX
Thomas, Carly (Self), Harlingen, TX
Valenzuela, Angela Dr. (Self; Texas Center for Education Policy), Austin, TX
Providing written testimony:
FOR:
Barfield, Tiffany Director Government Affairs (Yes. Every Kid.), Arlington, VA
Panju, Arif Managing Attorney (Institute for Justice), Austin, TX
Warwick, Rebekah State Director - Heritage Action for America (Heritage Action for
America), Mansfield, TX
AGAINST:
Afifi, Amanda (Self; Texas Association of School Psychologists), Austin, TX
Beneski, Amy (Texas Association of School Administrators and Texas Association of
Community Schools), Austin, TX
Boswell, Lynn Trustee, Austin ISD (Self; Austin ISD Board of Trustees), Austin, TX
Burek, Susan Ms. (Self), Austin, TX
Epstein, Pat (Self), Pflugerville, TX, TX
Galle, Marcy (Self), Willow Pak, TX
Jensen, Ann (Self), San Marcos, TX
Long, Diana (Texas Legislative Education Equity Coalition (TLEEC)), AUSTIN, TX
Lopez, Carisa Political Director (Self; Texas Freedom Network), Austin, TX
Maroquio, Cindy (Self), Pflugerville, TX, TX
WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
Rivas, Lesley (Mexican American School Boards Association), Austin, TX
Sells, Katherine (Self), Lewsiville, TX
Singleton, Betsy (Self), TX, TX
Smith, Michelle Executive Director (Raise Your Hand Texas), Austin, TX
Sudela, Eileen (Self), San Marcos, TX
Teitelman, A. Carol Ms. (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Williams, Jennifer Mrs (Self), Weatherford, TX
Worthington, Matt Mr (Self), Austin, TX
ON:
Biundo, Jennifer Senior Director of Policy and Research (Healthy Futures of Texas), San
Antonio, TX
FOR:
Baehre, Amanda (Self), Kerrville, Texas, TX
Bakich, Meg (Self), Dallas, TX
Behnke, Rachel Director Career & Technical Education Director (Self; Career & Technical
Association of Texas), New Braunfels, TX
Grantham, Gabe (Self; Texas 2036), Austin, TX
Kuehne, Jennifer (Self), Leander, TX
Le Sueur, Larkin Career & Technical Education Director (Self; Career & Technical
Association of Texas), Humble, TX
McKee, Kathleen (Self), Kerrville, TX
Pieniazek, Ray Executive Director (also providing written testimony) (Self; Agriculture
Teachers Association of Texas), Austin, TX
Recio, Melina (Self), McAllen, TX
AGAINST:
Linahan, Alice VP Women on the Wall (Self), Argyle, TX
ON:
Beal, Sarah US PREP executive director (Self; Texas Tech University), Lubbock, Texas,
TX
Brown, Kristin Superintendent (Self; Lyford CISD), Harlingen, TX
Chevalier, Andrea (Texas Council of Administrators of Special Education (TCASE)),
Austin, TX
Eaton, Holly Director of Professional Development and Advocacy (TExas Classroom
Teachers Association), Austin, TX
Franklin, Ryan Sr. Dir. Policy & Advocacy (also providing written testimony) (Self;
Educate Texas), Austin, TX
Griffith, Carrie Policy Specialist (Texas State Teachers Association), Austin, TX
Joseph, Zenobia Ms. (Self), Austin, TX
McKinney, Sharon Superintendent (Texas School Coalition and Port Aransas ISD), Port
Aransas, TX
Smith, Kimberly Chief Finance & Strategy Officer (Frisco ISD), Frisco, TX
Tate, Kailey (Self), Odessa Tx, TX
Wiggins, Mark (Association of Texas Professional Educators), AUSTIN, TX
WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
Registering, but not testifying:
FOR:
Angus, Tiffany (Self), Longview, TX
Armato, Matthew (Self; Young Conservatives of Texas at the University of Dallas), Irving,
TX
Aviles, Tina (Self), Grand Prairie, TX
Billman, Jacob Student (Self; Young Conservatives of Texas at SMU), Dallas, TX
Bionat, Christian (Greater Houston Partnership), Houston, TX
Brassington, Jessica (Self), Montgomery, TX
Chavez, Jesus H (South Texas Association of Schools), Round Rock, TX
Cole, Elle President, Park Cities Republican Women (Self; Park Cities Republican
Women), Dallas, TX
Epstein, Pat (Self), Pflugerville, TX, TX
Fierro, Angel (Self), Houston, TX
Frey, Graham CEO Hallcraft School Studio (Self), Austin, TX
Fuentes, Frank (Self), Austin/Texas, TX
Gallen, Patti (Self), Austin, TX
Garcia, Brandon Director of legislative affairs (Texas public charter schools association),
Austin, TX
Glass, Tom (Self), Hockley, TX
Graves, Jamael (Self; New Hope Christian Academy), Plano, TX
Grusendorf, Kent Liberty For The Kids, Pres. (Self; Liberty For The Kids), Austin, TX
Hansen, Lana (Self), Manchaca, TX
Kattawar-Engstrom, Heather Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum &Instructio (Self;
Kerrville ISD), Fredericksburg, TX
Kennon, Suzi President (Texas PTA), Sachse, TX
Lee, Michael Executive Director, TARS (Self; TARS), Lubbock, TX
Macias, Mia (Self; New Hope Christian Academy), Plano, TX
Mauro, Megan SVP, Policy and Advocacy (Texas Association of Business), Austin, TX
McCutchin, Chelsea (Self), Pflugerville, TX, TX
Osborn, Brett (Self; Young Conservatives of Texas at SMU), Dallas, TX
Pinzon, Paula Pastor (Self; Casa de Encuentro), Houston, TX
Rivera, Sonia Advocate (Self), Houston, TX
Teal, Gary (Self), Whitney, TX
Teitelman, A. Carol Ms. (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Thomas, Teresa (Self), Tomball, TX
Todd- Smith, Dr. Laurie Director AFPI (Self; America First Policy Institute), Madison,
MS, TX
Trainor, Lucy (Self), Driftwood, TX
Vincitore, Brandon (Self; Young Conservatives of Texas at SMU), Cypress, TX
AGAINST:
Allsup, Ashlea (Self), New Braunfels, TX
Barsalou, Denee (Self), Pflugerville, TX
WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
Besinger, Jackie (Self), Austin TX, TX
Bishop, Delaina (Self), Austin, TX
Bishop, Michael (Self), Austin, TX
BLUMBERG, MARY (Self), New Braunfels78130, TX
Breed, Robin (Self), Austin, TX
BROOKS, EVELYN Member, State Board of Education, District 14 (Self), Frisco, TX
Broughal, Christine (Self; Texans for Special Education Reform), Austin, TX
Carranza, Susana Dr. (Self), Austin, TX
Cave, Heather (Self), Spring Branch, TX
Chambers, Xaviera (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Corley, Alexander (Self), Austin, TX
Cortez, Ana (Self), Manor, TX
Daniel, Kelly (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Davis, Christy (Self), New Braunfels, TX
Donatt, Lenore "Lory" (Self), WestLake Hills, TX
Esperanza, Catherine (Self), Austin, TX
Flores, Lisa (Easter Seals Central Texas), Austin, TX
Ford, Ashley Director of Public Policy and Advocacy (The Arc of Texas), Austin, TX
Ford, Ashley (Self), Austin, TX
Fowler, Melody President Arlington ISD Board of Trustees (Arlington ISD Board of
Trustees), Arlington, TX
Frost, Lucy (Self), Manchaca, TX
Goethals, Allison (Self), Austin, TX
Guy, Linda RN,PNP (Self), Austin, TX
Hall, Leslie (Self), Austin, TX
Holubec, Bryan (Self), Thrall, TX
Jackson, Mary Ann (Self), Cypress, TX
Jenkins, Peggy Citizen (Self), New braunfels, TX
Jones, Carl TDP Rural Caucus State Field Coordinator (Self; TDP Non Urban Rural
Caucus), Spicewood, TX
Joy, Louise (Self), Austin, TX
Kincaid, Jeannette (Self), Austin, TX
Kizer, Kathryn (Self; Access Education RRISD), Austin, TX
Kosobud, Terry (Self), Austin, TX
Kron, Carla (Self), Neew Braunfels, TX
Latham Sikes, Chloe Deputy Director of Policy (Self; IDRA (Intercultural Development
Research Association)), Austin, TX
LaViola, Mara (Self; Texans for Special Education Reform), Austin, TX
Leahy, Francesca (Self), Austin, TX
Litzinger, Linda (Self; Texas Parent to Parent), Austin, TX
Long, Diana (Texas Legislative Education Equity Coalition (TLEEC)), AUSTIN, TX
Lorigo-Johst, Chevonne (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Markus, Susan (Self), Austin, TX
WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
McLean, Gentry (Self), Austin, TX
Miller, Cyral (Self), Austin, TX
Norris, Robert (Self), Austin, TX
Oneal, Claire (Self), Austin, TX
Padgett, Loretta (Self), Canyon Lake, TX
Patrick, Teresa (Self), Bulverde, TX
Pearson, Eldon (Self), Austin, TX
Pitts, Keiawnna (Self), Round Rock, TX
Proznik, Jenny (Self), Frisco, TX
Puente, Jaime Director of Economic Opportunity (Self; Every Texan), Austin, TX
Rivas, Lesley (Mexican American School Boards Association), Austin, TX
Sanderson, Josh Deputy executive director (Equity Center), Austin, TX
Sells, Katherine (Self), Lewsiville, TX
Sheffield, Heather (Self), Austin, TX
Stern, Maggie Program and Policy Manager (Self; Children's Defense Fund - Texas),
Austin, TX
Stewart, Susan (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Stole, David (Plano ISD), Dallas, TX
Trevino, Theresa (Self; Texans Advocating For Meaningful Student Assessment), Austin,
TX
Voosen, Maureen (Self), Austin, TX
White, Lauren (Self), Lakeway, TX
Yoakem, Karma (Self), New Braunfels, TX
ON:
Aleman, Steven Senior Policy Specialist (Disability Rights Texas), Austin, TX
Byer, Von General Counsel (Texas Education Agency), Austin, TX
Carney, Dee (Texas School Alliance), Austin, TX
Davenport, Robin (Self; Trinity Chritian Academy), San Antonio, TX
Dawer, Daniel (Self; Educators in Solidarity), Austin, TX
DeHaan, Judi (Self), Cypress, TX
Egidio, Jaqueline (Self), San Antonio, TX
Feinstein, Jonathan Texas State Director (The Education Trust), Dallas, TX
Fowler, Elaina Legislative Consultant (Texas State Teachers Association), Austin, TX
Garcia-Tejeda, Jessica (Self), Austin, TX
Gibson, Greg Dr (Self; Texas Association of Midsize Schools), Graham, TX
Hatley, Erin (Self; The Vine School), Victoria, TX
Hodge, Andrew (TEA), Austin, TX
Hoffman, Kate (The Commit Partnership), Dallas, TX
Holleman, Will Mr. (Raise Your Hand Texas), Austin, TX
Holzgrafe, Matthew (Self), Austin, TX
Kling, Kelsey Government Relations (Texas AFT), Austin, TX
Lazaroff, Lazer Rabbi (Self), Houston, TX
Marin, Eric (TEA), Austin, TX
WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
McLoughlin, Jessica (TEA), Austin, TX
Meyer, Mike Deputy Commissioner - Finance (Texas Education Agency), Austin, TX
Mims, DeeDee (Self; New Hope Christian Academy), Plano, TX
Oeser, Kelvey Deputy Commissioner (TEA), Austin, TX
Rogers, Shelly (Self; ACE Scholarships Texas), Taylor Lake Village, TX
Providing written testimony:
FOR:
Broughton, Whitney Ass. Director (Texas Association of School Boards), Austin, TX
AGAINST:
Bledsoe, Gary President (Self; Texas NAACP), Austin; Texas, TX
ON:
Beneski, Amy (Texas Association of School Administrators and Texas Association of
Community Schools), Austin, TX
Calahan, Rebekah (Philanthropy Advocates), Austin, TX
Rombado, Maximiliano Legislative Director (Raise Your Hand Texas), Austin, TX
FOR:
Brown, Matthew (Self), Sugar land, TX
Brown, Selina (Self), Sugar Land, TX
Buritica, Abigail (Self), Georgetown, TX
Bussell, Teresa Dr. (also providing written testimony) (Self), Powderly, Tx, TX
Castle, Mary Elizabeth Director of Government Relations (Texas Values Action), Austin,
TX
DeAngelis, Corey (Self; American Federation for Children), San Antonio, TX
Hastings, Paul (Self), Lago Vista, TX
Hatley, Erin (Self; The Vine School), Victoria, TX
Henry, Wyatt (Self), Houston, TX
Lambert, Tim President (also providing written testimony) (Self; Tx home School
Coalition), Lubbock, TX
Lazaroff, Lazer Rabbi (Self), Houston, TX
Marshall, Karen SREC (Self; State Republican Executive Committee), San Antonio, TX
Matus, Ron Director Research and Special Projects (also providing written testimony)
(Step Up For Students), St Petersburg FL, TX
Pei, Laikwan , candy (also providing written testimony) (Self), Katy, TX
Potts, Meredith (Self), Victoria, TX
Price, MacKenzie Head of gt.school (Self; Gt.school), Austin, TX
Rinaldi, Matt Chairman, Republican Party of Texas (Self; Republican Party of Texas),
Austin, TX
Rogers, Shelley (Self; ACE Scholarships Texas), Taylor Lake Village, TX
Rogers, Shelley (ACE Scholarships Texas), Taylor Lake Village, TX
Smith, Sophia (also providing written testimony) (Self), Friendswood, TX
Taylor, Todd (Self), Pasadena, TX
Teal, Gary (Self), Whitney, TX
WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
Ticzkus, Matthew Regional Director, AACS (Self; Mid-South American Association of
Christian Schools), Weatherford, TX
Villarreal, Roberto (Self; What is school for?), Roundrock, TX
Wang, Xiaomei (also providing written testimony) (Self), Fort Worth, TX
Wilson, Robert W Mr. (Self), Lumberton, TX
Young, Bethany (Self; Texans for School Choice), Bastrop, TX
AGAINST:
Aleman, Steven Senior Policy Specialist (also providing written testimony) (Disability
Rights Texas), Austin, TX
Bakich, Meg (Self), Dallas, TX
Bledsoe, Gary President (also providing written testimony) (Self; Texas NAACP), Austin;
Texas, TX
Borchert, Margaret (also providing written testimony) (Self), Fort Worth, TX
Bussey, Faith (Self; Texans for Homeschool Freedom), Arlington, TX
Capo, Zeph President (also providing written testimony) (Self; Texas American Federation
of Teachers), Austin, TX
Carra, Missie Self (Self), Fort Worth, TX
Carranza, Susana Dr. (Self), Austin, TX
Dawer, Daniel (Self; Educators in Solidarity), Austin, TX
Eaton, Elise (also providing written testimony) (Self; Texans for Homeschool Freedom),
The Woodlands, TX
Hansen, Lana (Self), Manchaca, TX
Hedtke, Amy (Self), Waxahachie, TX
Joy, Louise (Self), Austin, TX
Latham Sikes, Chloe Deputy Director of Policy (also providing written testimony) (Self;
IDRA (Intercultural Development Research Association)), Austin, TX
Linahan, Alice VP Women on the Wall (Self), Argyle, TX
Lorigo-Johst, Chevonne (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Lowe, Mary (Self), Colleyville, TX
Luke, Charles Dr. (Self; Coalition for Public Schools), Weatherford, TX
Markum, Alicia (Self), Round Rock, TX
Reynolds, Troy Founder, Texans for Public Education (also providing written testimony)
(Self; Texans for Public Education), Spring, TX
Thompson, Nancy (Self), Austin, TX
ON:
Gonzalez, Sabrina (Texas Council for Disabilities), Austin, TX
Pacheco, Edgar Advocate (Self), Pearland, TX
Registering, but not testifying:
FOR:
Aerni, Meg (Self), Austin, TX
Armato, Matthew (Self; Young Conservatives of Texas at the University of Dallas), Irving,
TX
Aviles, Tina (Self), Grand Prairie, TX
WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
Billman, Jacob Student (Self; Young Conservatives of Texas at SMU), Dallas, TX
Colangelo, Laura Executive Director (Self; Texas Private Schools Association), West Lake
Hills, TX
Cole, Elle President, Park Cities Republican Women (Self; Park Cities Republican
Women), Dallas, TX
Collins, Genevieve Texas Director (Self; Americans for Prosperity, The LIBRE Initative),
Dallas, TX
Colon, Jessica (Self; Texans for Parental Choice in Education), Houston, TX
Crow, Tisha SREC (Self; SREC Parental Rights & Educational Freedom), Odessa, TX
Crow, Tisha SREC (Self; RPT), Odessa, TX
DeHaan, Judi (Self), Cypress, TX
Drogin, Mandy (Self; Texas Public Policy Foundation), Austin, TX
Evans, Michelle (Self; Independent Women's Network), Round Rock, TX
Fierro, Abbie (Self), Houston, TX
Fierro, Angel (Self), Houston, TX
Fierro, Martha (Self), Houston, TX
Fincher, David (Self; NCCC,), Mesquite, TX
Fuentes, Frank (Self), Austin/Texas, TX
Gallen, Patti (Self), Austin, TX
Gameros, Daisy Worship minister & interpreter (Self; SBTC), Manvel, TX
Gameros, Idel Minister (Self), Manvel, TX
Gameros, Jaisel Minister (Self), Manvel, TX
Gameros, Margarita Pastor (Self), Manvel, TX
Gameros, Vidrael Pastor (Self; Sbtc NAMB), Manvel, TX
Glass, Tom (Self), Hockley, TX
Glover, Jill Precinct chair denton county (Self; Republican Party of Texas), Double Oak,
TX
Greene, Lenora (Self), Austin, TX
Grusendorf, Kent Liberty For The Kids, Pres. (Self; Liberty For The Kids), Austin, TX
Henson, Belinda Head of School (Self), Saginaw, TX
Keener, Justin (Self; Texans for Free Enterprise, and Doug Deason), Austin, TX
Leyack, Amy (Self), Paige, TX
Lucas, Susan (Self), Bryan, TX
Lucio, Jr., Eddie (Self; Texans for Free Enterprise), Los Fresnos, TX
Martinez, Jorge Director of Coalitions (Self; The LIBRE Initiative), McAllen, TX
Newman, Jeremy VP of Policy, TX Home School Coalition (Self; Texas Home School
Coalition), Lubbock, TX
Osborn, Brett (Self; Young Conservatives of Texas at SMU), Dallas, TX
Pinzon, Paula Pastor (Self; Casa de Encuentro), Houston, TX
Rivera, Sonia Advocate (Self), Houston, TX
Scherber, Douglas (Self; Kids R Kids), Huffman, TX
Scott, Anita (Self), Lubbock, TX
Simmons, Kara (Self), Mesquite, TX
WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
Simpson, Jennifer (Self), Baytown, TX
Steinhauser, Brendan (Self; Young Americans for Liberty), Austin, TX
Steinhauser, Randan (Self), Austin, TX
Thomas, Teresa (Self), Tomball, TX
Trainor, Lucy (Self), Driftwood, TX
Vincitore, Brandon (Self; Young Conservatives of Texas at SMU), Cypress, TX
Yamarick, Paul (Self), Moulton, TX
AGAINST:
Afifi, Amanda (Self; Texas Association of School Psychologists), Austin, TX
Albert, David Dr. (Self; Texas AFT), Austin, TX
Allsup, Ashlea (Self), New Braunfels, TX
Amps, Emily (Texas AFL-CIO), Austin, TX
Angus, Tiffany (Self), Longview, TX
Aslam, Muneeb “Meebs” (Self), Austin, TX
Bandel, Holly Executive Associate Minister (Self; Pastors for Texas Children/First United
Methodist Dallas), Dallas, TX
Barsalou, Denee (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Beneski, Amy (Texas Association of School Administrators), Austin, TX
Besinger, Jackie (Self), Austin TX, TX
Bishop, Delaina (Self), Austin, TX
Bishop, Michael (Self), Austin, TX
BLUMBERG, MARY (Self), New Braunfels78130, TX
Breed, Robin (Self), Austin, TX
BROOKS, EVELYN Member, State Board of Education, District 14 (Self), Frisco, TX
Brophey, Patrick (North Texas Commission), Irving, TX
Broughal, Christine (Self; Texans for Special Education Reform), Austin, TX
Brownson, Amanda (Texas Association of School Business Officials), Austin, TX
Broyles, Bobby Pastor (Pastors for Texas Children), Garland, Tx, TX
Brugge, Cynthia (Self), Fairview, TX
Campbell, Grover Assoc Ex Dir Gov Relations, TASB (TASB), Austin, TX
Cave, Heather (Self), Spring Branch, TX
Chambers, Xaviera (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Chavez, Jesus H (South Texas Association of Schools), Round Rock, TX
Combs Cantu, Tracie (Self), Austin, TX
Corley, Alexander (Self), Austin, TX
Cortez, Ana (Self), Manor, TX
Daniel, Kelly (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Davis, Christy (Self), New Braunfels, TX
Donatt, Lenore "Lory" (Self), WestLake Hills, TX
Drackert, Kathryn (Self), Austin, TX
Epstein, Pat (Self), Pflugerville, TX, TX
Espey, Jennifer (Self; Spring branch isd school finance advocacy team), Houston, TX
Flores, Lisa (Easter Seals Central Texas), Austin, TX
WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
Ford, Ashley (Self), Austin, TX
Ford, Ashley Director of Public Policy and Advocacy (The Arc of Texas), Austin, TX
Forest, Rebecca President Women On The Wall (Self), Austin, TX
Fowler, Elaina Legislative Consultant (Texas State Teachers Association), Austin, TX
Fowler, Melody President Arlington ISD Board of Trustees (Arlington ISD Board of
Trustees), Arlington, TX
Friedel, Dana (Self; Pastors for Texas Children/First United Methodist Dallas), Dallas, TX
Frost, Lucy (Self), Manchaca, TX
Galinsky, Rebecca (Self), Arlington, TX
Gibson, Greg Dr (Self; Texas Association of Midsize Schools), Graham, TX
Grant, Milo Rev (Self), Austin, TX
Griffith, Carrie (Self; Texas State Teachers Association), Austin, TX
Guy, Linda RN,PNP (Self), Austin, TX
Hall, Leslie (Self), Austin, TX
Hardin, Glennda (Self), Temple, TX
Hoffacker, Daphne (Self), Austin, TX
Holleman, Will Mr. (Raise Your Hand Texas), Austin, TX
Holubec, Bryan (Self), Thrall, TX
Houston, Joshua Advocacy Director (Texas Impact), Austin, TX
Huff PH.D, Patrick (Self), Tomball, TX
Jackson, Mary Ann (Self), Cypress, TX
Jenkins, Peggy Citizen (Self), New braunfels, TX
Johnson, LyAnna Rev. (Self; Texas Impact), Austin, TX
Kennon, Suzi President (Texas PTA), Sachse, TX
Kizer, Kathryn (Self; Access Education RRISD), Austin, TX
Kosobud, Terry (Self), Austin, TX
Kron, Carla (Self), Neew Braunfels, TX
Kuhlmann, Kate (Fast Growth School Coalition), Austin, TX
LaViola, Mara (Self; Texans for Special Education Reform), Austin, TX
Leahy, Francesca (Self), Austin, TX
Lee, Michael Executive Director, TARS (Self; TARS), Lubbock, TX
Litzinger, Linda (Self; Texas Parent to Parent), Austin, TX
Litzler, John (Texas Baptists Christian Life Commission), Dallas, TX
Long, Diana (Texas Legislative Education Equity Coalition (TLEEC)), AUSTIN, TX
Lopez, Carisa Political Director (Self; Texas Freedom Network), Austin, TX
MacDougal, Vanessa Ms (Self), Austin, TX
Markus, Susan (Self), Austin, TX
Maroquio, Cindy (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Martinez, Louann (Texas Urban Council), Austin, TX
McCutchin, Chelsea (Self), Pflugerville, TX, TX
McLean, Gentry (Self), Austin, TX
Menendez, Fatima Interim Southwest Regional Counsel (Mexican American Legal Defense
and Educational Fund), San Antonio, TX
WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
Miller, Babs Rev (Self), Round Rock, Tx, TX
Miller, Cyral (Self), Austin, TX
Miller, Karen (Self; Blue action democrats-Texas Impact), Austin, TX
Norris, Robert (Self), Austin, TX
Ojomo, Omodele (Autism Society of Texas), Austin, TX
Oneal, Claire (Self), Austin, TX
Ozuna, Rebekah (Self; Texas AFT), Austin TX, TX
Padgett, Loretta (Self), Canyon Lake, TX
Patrick, Teresa (Self), Bulverde, TX
Pearson, Eldon (Self), Austin, TX
Peglar, Megan Rev. (Self; Pastors for Texas Children), TX, TX
Person, Maria (Self), Austin, TX
Pitts, Keiawnna (Self), Round Rock, TX
Polley, Georgia (Self; Spring branch isd school finance advocacy team), Houston, TX
Proznik, Jenny (Self), Frisco, TX
Pruett, Kay Dr (Self), Austin, TX
Puente, Jaime Director of Economic Opportunity (Self; Every Texan), Austin, TX
Reeves, Stephen (Self; Fellowship Southwest), Dripping Springs, TX
Reich, Aaron Trustee (Self; Arlington ISD), Arlington, TX
Rivas, Lesley (Mexican American School Boards Association), Austin, TX
Robinson, Derom (Self), Lantana, TX
Romans, Francesca (Self), Leander, TX
Rome, Christy Executive Director (Texas School Coalition), Austin, TX
Sabo, Jason (Children at Risk), Austin, TX
Sanders-Foster, Jolene Director of Advocacy (Self; Coalition of texans with disabilities),
Austin, TX
Sanderson, Josh Deputy executive director (Equity Center), Austin, TX
Saucedo, Carol (Self), Austin, TX
Saval, Maureen (Self), Leander, TX
Sheffield, Heather (Self), Austin, TX
Smith, Anna (Self), Leander, TX
Stern, Maggie Program and Policy Manager (Self; Children's Defense Fund - Texas),
Austin, TX
Stewart, Susan (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Stole, David (Plano ISD), Dallas, TX
Sudela, Eileen (Self), San Marcos, TX
Teitelman, A. Carol Ms. (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Tendler, Stuart (Self), Austin, TX
Terry, Mark Deputy Executive Director (Self; Texas Elementary Principals and
Supervisors Association), Austin, TX
Thomson, Susan (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Thomson, Thomas (Self), Pflugerville, TX
WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
Trevino, Theresa (Self; Texans Advocating For Meaningful Student Assessment), Austin,
TX
Voosen, Maureen (Self), Austin, TX
Webb, Natalie Rev. (Self; University Baptist Church, Austin, Tx), Austin, TX
Welles, Loren (Self), Austin, TX
White, Crystal (Self; Texas Association of Community Schools), Austin, TX
White, Lauren (Self), Lakeway, TX
Wiggins, Mark (Association of Texas Professional Educators), AUSTIN, TX
Wilbanks, David Trustee (Self), Alington, TX
Woods, Brian (Self; Northside Independent School District), San Antonio, TX
Woolsey, Frances (Self), Austin, TX
Yoakem, Karma (Self), New Braunfels, TX
York, Ruth 1) VP; 2) Interim Chair (Self; Tea Party Patriots of Eastland County; Texas
Family Defense Committee), Cisco, TX
ON:
Byer, Von General Counsel (Texas Education Agency), Austin, TX
Castilla, Cindi (Self; Texas Eagle Forum), Dallas, TX
Fernandez, Linda Director, Educational Opportunities and Investment (Comptroller of
Public Accounts), Austin, TX
Gdula, Kimberly Deputy Chief General Litigation (Office of the Attorney General), Austin,
TX
Marin, Eric (TEA), Austin, TX
Porter, Justin (TEA), Austin, TX
Schutte, Marian Executive Director TEA (Texas Education Agency), Austin, TX
Smith, Kimberly Chief Finance & Strategy Officer (Frisco ISD), Frisco, TX
Terry, James Associate Commissioner of Finance (Texas Education Agency), Austin Texas,
TX
Valenzuela, Angela Dr. (Self; Texas Center for Education Policy), Austin, TX
Providing written testimony:
FOR:
Allmon, Jennifer Executive Director (The Texas Catholic Conference of Bishops), Austin,
TX
Engelhardt, Craig Dr (Self), Chandler, TX
Panju, Arif Managing Attorney (Institute for Justice), Austin, TX
Taylor, Larry (Texas Conservative Coalition Research Institute), Friendswood, TX
AGAINST:
Boswell, Lynn Trustee, Austin ISD (Self; Austin ISD Board of Trustees), Austin, TX
Burek, Susan Ms. (Self), Austin, TX
Chevalier, Andrea (Texas Council of Administrators of Special Education (TCASE)),
Austin, TX
Galle, Marcy (Self), Willow Pak, TX
Grizzard, Julia Executive Director (Self; Bexar County Education Coalition), San Antonio,
TX
WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
Jensen, Ann (Self), San Marcos, TX
Jones, Carl TDP Rural Caucus State Field Coordinator (Self; TDP Non Urban Rural
Caucus), Spicewood, TX
Sells, Katherine (Self), Lewsiville, TX
Singleton, Betsy (Self), TX, TX
Worthington, Matt Mr (Self), Austin, TX
FOR:
Colangelo, Laura Executive Director (also providing written testimony) (Self; Texas
Private Schools Association), West Lake Hills, TX
DeAngelis, Corey (Self; American Federation for Children), San Antonio, TX
Diaz, Sonia (Self), Killeen, TX
Finger, Jack (Self), San Antonio, TX
Hamlet, Mark Father (also providing written testimony) (Self; Sacred Heart Catholic
Church, Austin and Our Kids at Heart), Austin, TX
Hatley, Erin (Self; The Vine School), Victoria, TX
Jaquette, Shannon (also providing written testimony) (Texas Catholic Conference of
Bishops), Austin, TX
Lazaroff, Lazer Rabbi (Self), Houston, TX
LeGros, Robert Principal (Self; Diocese of Austin), Austin, TX
Macias, Mia Student (New Hope Christian Academy), Plano, TX
McCoy, Mazie Assistant Superintendent (Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston),
Houston/TX, TX
Mims, DeeDee Head of School (also providing written testimony) (Self; New Hope
Education, Inc.), Plano, TX
Oberle, Alexander (Self), Austin, TX
Ortiz Duarte, Oscar Principal (Self; Diocese of Fort Worth & Nolan Catholic High
School), Fort Worth, TX
Potts, Meredith (Self), Victoria, TX
Price, MacKenzie Head of gt.school (Self; Gt.school), Austin, TX
Rinaldi, Matt Chairman, Republican Party of Texas (Self; Republican Party of Texas),
Austin, TX
Silvestri, Jordan Rabbi (also providing written testimony) (Self; Texas Private School),
Houston, TX
Teal, Gary (Self), Whitney, TX
Ticzkus, Matthew Regional Director, AACS (Self; Mid-South American Association of
Christian Schools), Weatherford, TX
Warwick, Rebekah State Director - Heritage Action for America (also providing written
testimony) (Heritage Action for America), Mansfield, TX
AGAINST:
Aleman, Steven Senior Policy Specialist (also providing written testimony) (Disability
Rights Texas), Austin, TX
Bakich, Meg (Self), Dallas, TX
WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
Bledsoe, Gary President (also providing written testimony) (Self; Texas NAACP), Austin;
Texas, TX
Borchert, Margaret (also providing written testimony) (Self), Fort Worth, TX
Bussey, Faith (Self; Texans for Homeschool Freedom), Arlington, TX
Capo, Zeph President (also providing written testimony) (Self; Texas American Federation
of Teachers), Austin, TX
Carra, Missie Self (Self), Fort Worth, TX
Carranza, Susana Dr. (Self), Austin, TX
Dawer, Daniel (Self; Educators in Solidarity), Austin, TX
Eaton, Elise (also providing written testimony) (Self; Texans for Homeschool Freedom),
The Woodlands, TX
Hansen, Lana (Self), Manchaca, TX
Hedtke, Amy (Self), Waxahachie, TX
Joy, Louise (Self), Austin, TX
Kincaid, Jeannette (Self), Austin, TX
Latham Sikes, Chloe Deputy Director of Policy (Self; IDRA (Intercultural Development
Research Association)), Austin, TX
Linahan, Alice VP Women on the Wall (Self), Argyle, TX
Lorigo-Johst, Chevonne (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Lowe, Mary (Self), Colleyville, TX
Luke, Charles Dr. (Self; Coalition for Public Schools), Weatherford, TX
Markum, Alicia (Self), Round Rock, TX
Okafor, Alex (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Thompson, Nancy (Self), Austin, TX
ON:
Gonzalez, Sabrina (Texas Council for Disabilities), Austin, TX
Pacheco, Edgar Advocate (Self), Pearland, TX
Pernetti, Michaela (Self; Texas Center for Education Policy), Austin, TX
Registering, but not testifying:
FOR:
Aerni, Meg (Self), Austin, TX
Ahrens, Paul Owner (Self; Kids R Kids), Katy, TX
Armato, Matthew (Self; Young Conservatives of Texas at the University of Dallas), Irving,
TX
Aviles, Tina (Self), Grand Prairie, TX
Billman, Jacob Student (Self; Young Conservatives of Texas at SMU), Dallas, TX
Castle, Mary Elizabeth Director of Government Relations (Texas Values Action), Austin,
TX
Cole, Elle President, Park Cities Republican Women (Self; Park Cities Republican
Women), Dallas, TX
Collins, Genevieve Texas Director (Self; Americans for Prosperity, The LIBRE Initative),
Dallas, TX
Colon, Jessica (Self; Texans for Parental Choice in Education), Houston, TX
Drogin, Mandy (Self; Texas Public Policy Foundation), Austin, TX
WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
Evans, Michelle (Self; Independent Women's Network), Round Rock, TX
Fierro, Angel (Self), Houston, TX
Frey, Graham CEO Hallcraft School Studio (Self), Austin, TX
Fuentes, Frank (Self), Austin/Texas, TX
Glass, Tom (Self), Hockley, TX
Grusendorf, Kent Liberty For The Kids, Pres. (Self; Liberty For The Kids), Austin, TX
Henry, Wyatt (Self), Houston, TX
Henson, Belinda Head of School (Self), Saginaw, TX
Keener, Justin (Self; Texans for Free Enterprise, and Doug Deason), Austin, TX
Leyack, Amy (Self), Paige, TX
Lucas, Susan (Self), Bryan, TX
Lucio, Jr., Eddie (Self; Texans for Free Enterprise), Los Fresnos, TX
Marshall, Karen SREC (Self; State Republican Executive Committee), San Antonio, TX
Martinez, Jorge Director of Coalitions (Self; The LIBRE Initiative), McAllen, TX
Newman, Jeremy VP of Policy, TX Home School Coalition (Self; Texas Home School
Coalition), Lubbock, TX
Olson, Bishop Michael Bishop (Self; Diocese of Fort Worth), Fort Worth, TX
Osborn, Brett (Self; Young Conservatives of Texas at SMU), Dallas, TX
Pinzon, Paula Pastor (Self; Casa de Encuentro), Houston, TX
Rivera, Sonia Advocate (Self), Houston, TX
Scott, Anita (Self), Lubbock, TX
Simmons, Kara (Self), Mesquite, TX
Vincitore, Brandon (Self; Young Conservatives of Texas at SMU), Cypress, TX
Yamarick, Paul (Self), Moulton, TX
AGAINST:
Afifi, Amanda (Self; Texas Association of School Psychologists), Austin, TX
Albert, David Dr. (Self; Texas AFT), Austin, TX
Allsup, Ashlea (Self), New Braunfels, TX
Amps, Emily (Texas AFL-CIO), Austin, TX
Angus, Tiffany (Self), Longview, TX
Bandel, Holly Executive Associate Minister (Self; Pastors for Texas Children/First United
Methodist Dallas), Dallas, TX
Barsalou, Denee (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Beneski, Amy (Texas Association of School Administrators), Austin, TX
Besinger, Jackie (Self), Austin TX, TX
Bishop, Delaina (Self), Austin, TX
Bishop, Michael (Self), Austin, TX
BLUMBERG, MARY (Self), New Braunfels78130, TX
Breed, Robin (Self), Austin, TX
BROOKS, EVELYN Member, State Board of Education, District 14 (Self), Frisco, TX
Brophey, Patrick (North Texas Commission), Irving, TX
Broughal, Christine (Self; Texans for Special Education Reform), Austin, TX
Brownson, Amanda (Texas Association of School Business Officials), Austin, TX
WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
Broyles, Bobby Pastor (Pastors for Texas Children), Garland, Tx, TX
Brugge, Cynthia (Self), Fairview, TX
Campbell, Grover Assoc Ex Dir Gov Relations, TASB (TASB), Austin, TX
Chambers, Xaviera (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Chavez, Jesus H (South Texas Association of Schools), Round Rock, TX
Corley, Alexander (Self), Austin, TX
Cortez, Ana (Self), Manor, TX
Daniel, Kelly (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Davis, Christy (Self), New Braunfels, TX
Donatt, Lenore "Lory" (Self), WestLake Hills, TX
Drackert, Kathryn (Self), Austin, TX
Epstein, Pat (Self), Pflugerville, TX, TX
Espey, Jennifer (Self; Spring branch isd school finance advocacy team), Houston, TX
Flores, Lisa (Easter Seals Central Texas), Austin, TX
Ford, Ashley (Self), Austin, TX
Ford, Ashley Director of Public Policy and Advocacy (The Arc of Texas), Austin, TX
Forest, Rebecca President Women On The Wall (Self), Austin, TX
Fowler, Elaina Legislative Consultant (Texas State Teachers Association), Austin, TX
Fowler, Melody President Arlington ISD Board of Trustees (Arlington ISD Board of
Trustees), Arlington, TX
Friedel, Dana (Self; Pastors for Texas Children/First United Methodist Dallas), Dallas, TX
Frost, Lucy (Self), Manchaca, TX
Gibson, Greg Dr (Self; Texas Association of Midsize Schools), Graham, TX
Grant, Milo Rev (Self), Austin, TX
Griffith, Carrie (Self; Texas State Teachers Association), Austin, TX
Guy, Linda RN,PNP (Self), Austin, TX
Hall, Leslie (Self), Austin, TX
Hardin, Glennda (Self), Temple, TX
Hoffacker, Daphne (Self), Austin, TX
Holleman, Will Mr. (Raise Your Hand Texas), Austin, TX
Holubec, Bryan (Self), Thrall, TX
Houston, Joshua Advocacy Director (Texas Impact), Austin, TX
Huff PH.D, Patrick (Self), Tomball, TX
Jackson, Mary Ann (Self), Cypress, TX
Jenkins, Peggy Citizen (Self), New braunfels, TX
Johnson, LyAnna Rev. (Self; Texas Impact), Austin, TX
Kennon, Suzi President (Texas PTA), Sachse, TX
Kizer, Kathryn (Self; Access Education RRISD), Austin, TX
Kosobud, Terry (Self), Austin, TX
Kron, Carla (Self), Neew Braunfels, TX
Kuhlmann, Kate (Fast Growth School Coalition), Austin, TX
LaViola, Mara (Self; Texans for Special Education Reform), Austin, TX
Leahy, Francesca (Self), Austin, TX
WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
Lee, Michael Executive Director, TARS (Self; TARS), Lubbock, TX
Litzinger, Linda (Self; Texas Parent to Parent), Austin, TX
Litzler, John (Texas Baptists Christian Life Commission), Dallas, TX
Long, Diana (Texas Legislative Education Equity Coalition (TLEEC)), AUSTIN, TX
Lopez, Carisa Political Director (Self; Texas Freedom Network), Austin, TX
MacDougal, Vanessa Ms (Self), Austin, TX
Markus, Susan (Self), Austin, TX
Maroquio, Cindy (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Martinez, Louann (Texas Urban Council), Austin, TX
McLean, Gentry (Self), Austin, TX
Menendez, Fatima Interim Southwest Regional Counsel (Mexican American Legal Defense
and Educational Fund), San Antonio, TX
Miller, Babs Rev. (Self), Round Rock, TX, TX
Miller, Babs Rev (Self), Round Rock, Tx, TX
Miller, Karen (Self; Blue action democrats-Texas Impact), Austin, TX
Norris, Robert (Self), Austin, TX
Ojomo, Omodele (Autism Society of Texas), Austin, TX
Oneal, Claire (Self), Austin, TX
Ozuna, Rebekah (Self; Texas AFT), Austin TX, TX
Padgett, Loretta (Self), Canyon Lake, TX
Patrick, Teresa (Self), Bulverde, TX
Pearson, Eldon (Self), Austin, TX
Person, Maria (Self), Austin, TX
Pitts, Keiawnna (Self), Round Rock, TX
Polley, Georgia (Self; Spring branch isd school finance advocacy team), Houston, TX
Proznik, Jenny (Self), Frisco, TX
Puente, Jaime Director of Economic Opportunity (Self; Every Texan), Austin, TX
Reeves, Stephen (Self; Fellowship Southwest), Dripping Springs, TX
Reich, Aaron Trustee (Self; Arlington ISD), Arlington, TX
Rivas, Lesley (Mexican American School Boards Association), Austin, TX
Robinson, Derom (Self), Lantana, TX
Romans, Francesca (Self), Leander, TX
Rome, Christy Executive Director (Texas School Coalition), Austin, TX
Sabo, Jason (Children at Risk), Austin, TX
Sanders-Foster, Jolene Director of Advocacy (Self; Coalition of texans with disabilities),
Austin, TX
Sanderson, Josh Deputy executive director (Equity Center), Austin, TX
Saucedo, Carol (Self), Austin, TX
Saval, Maureen (Self), Leander, TX
Sheffield, Heather (Self), Austin, TX
Smith, Anna (Self), Leander, TX
Stern, Maggie Program and Policy Manager (Self; Children's Defense Fund - Texas),
Austin, TX
WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
Stewart, Susan (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Teitelman, A. Carol Ms. (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Tendler, Stuart (Self), Austin, TX
Terry, Mark Deputy Executive Director (Self; Texas Elementary Principals and
Supervisors Association), Austin, TX
Thomson, Susan (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Thomson, Thomas (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Trevino, Theresa (Self; Texans Advocating For Meaningful Student Assessment), Austin,
TX
Van Maanen, Cynthia (Self; Travis County Democratic Party), Austin, TX
Voosen, Maureen (Self), Austin, TX
Webb, Natalie Rev. (Self; University Baptist Church, Austin, Tx), Austin, TX
Welles, Loren (Self), Austin, TX
White, Crystal (Self; Texas Association of Community Schools), Austin, TX
White, Lauren (Self), Lakeway, TX
Wiggins, Mark (Association of Texas Professional Educators), AUSTIN, TX
Wilbanks, David Trustee (Self), Alington, TX
Woods, Brian (Self; Northside Independent School District), San Antonio, TX
Yoakem, Karma (Self), New Braunfels, TX
York, Ruth 1) VP; 2) Interim Chair (Self; Tea Party Patriots of Eastland County; Texas
Family Defense Committee), Cisco, TX
ON:
Byer, Von General Counsel (Texas Education Agency), Austin, TX
Fernandez, Linda Director, Educational Opportunities and Investment (Comptroller of
Public Accounts), Austin, TX
Marin, Eric (TEA), Austin, TX
Porter, Justin (TEA), Austin, TX
Rodriguez, David Exec Director, Investigation (Texas Education Agency), Austin, TX
Schutte, Marian Executive Director TEA (Texas Education Agency), Austin, TX
Terry, James Associate Commissioner of Finance (Texas Education Agency), Austin Texas,
TX
Valenzuela, Angela Dr. (Self; Texas Center for Education Policy), Austin, TX
Providing written testimony:
FOR:
Allmon, Jennifer Executive Director (The Texas Catholic Conference of Bishops), Austin,
TX
Panju, Arif Managing Attorney (Institute for Justice), Austin, TX
Taylor, Larry (Texas Conservative Coalition Research Institute), Friendswood, TX
AGAINST:
Boswell, Lynn Trustee, Austin ISD (Self; Austin ISD Board of Trustees), Austin, TX
Burek, Susan Ms. (Self), Austin, TX
Chevalier, Andrea (Texas Council of Administrators of Special Education (TCASE)),
Austin, TX
WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
Galle, Marcy (Self), Willow Pak, TX
Grizzard, Julia Executive Director (Self; Bexar County Education Coalition), San Antonio,
TX
Jensen, Ann (Self), San Marcos, TX
Jones, Carl TDP Rural Caucus State Field Coordinator (Self; TDP Non Urban Rural
Caucus), Spicewood, TX
Sells, Katherine (Self), Lewsiville, TX
Singleton, Betsy (Self), TX, TX
Sudela, Eileen (Self), San Marcos, TX
Worthington, Matt Mr (Self), Austin, TX
FOR:
Aerni, Meg (Self), Austin, TX
Bernard, Chrystal (Self; Braveheart Christian Academy), Arlington, TX
DeAngelis, Corey (Self; American Federation for Children), San Antonio, TX
Drogin, Mandy (Self; Texas Public Policy Foundation), Austin, TX
Gille, Jo-Ann (Self), Boerne, TX
Goddard, Dr. Michael Superintendent (also providing written testimony) (Self;
Prestonwood Christian Academy), McKinnet, TX
Hastings, Paul (Self), Lago Vista, TX
Hatley, Erin (Self; The Vine School), Victoria, TX
Lazaroff, Lazer Rabbi (Self), Houston, TX
Newman, Jeremy VP of Policy, TX Home School Coalition (Self; Texas Home School
Coalition), Lubbock, TX
Panju, Arif Managing Attorney (also providing written testimony) (Institute for Justice),
Austin, TX
Potts, Meredith (Self), Victoria, TX
Price, MacKenzie Head of gt.school (Self; Gt.school), Austin, TX
Rinaldi, Matt Chairman, Republican Party of Texas (Self; Republican Party of Texas),
Austin, TX
Rogers, Shelley (Self; ACE Scholarships Texas), Taylor Lake Village, TX
Scott, Anita (also providing written testimony) (Self), Lubbock, TX
Simmons, Kara (Self), Mesquite, TX
Teal, Gary (Self), Whitney, TX
Ticzkus, Matthew Regional Director, AACS (Self; Mid-South American Association of
Christian Schools), Weatherford, TX
Warwick, Rebekah State Director - Heritage Action for America (also providing written
testimony) (Heritage Action for America), Mansfield, TX
AGAINST:
Aleman, Steven Senior Policy Specialist (also providing written testimony) (Disability
Rights Texas), Austin, TX
Bakich, Meg (Self), Dallas, TX
Bledsoe, Gary President (also providing written testimony) (Self; Texas NAACP), Austin;
Texas, TX
WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
Borchert, Margaret (also providing written testimony) (Self), Fort Worth, TX
Bussey, Faith (Self; Texans for Homeschool Freedom), Arlington, TX
Capo, Zeph President (also providing written testimony) (Self; Texas American Federation
of Teachers), Austin, TX
Carra, Missie Self (Self), Fort Worth, TX
Carranza, Susana Dr. (Self), Austin, TX
Dawer, Daniel (Self; Educators in Solidarity), Austin, TX
Eaton, Elise (also providing written testimony) (Self; Texans for Homeschool Freedom),
The Woodlands, TX
Hansen, Lana (Self), Manchaca, TX
Hedtke, Amy (Self), Waxahachie, TX
Jones, Carl TDP Rural Caucus State Field Coordinator (also providing written testimony)
(Self; TDP Non Urban Rural Caucus), Spicewood, TX
Joy, Louise (Self), Austin, TX
Kim, Tricia (also providing written testimony) (Self), Austin, TX
Kincaid, Jeannette (Self), Austin, TX
Latham Sikes, Chloe Deputy Director of Policy (Self; IDRA (Intercultural Development
Research Association)), Austin, TX
Linahan, Alice VP Women on the Wall (Self), Argyle, TX
Lorigo-Johst, Chevonne (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Lowe, Mary (Self), Colleyville, TX
Luke, Charles Dr. (Self; Coalition for Public Schools), Weatherford, TX
Thompson, Nancy (Self), Austin, TX
ON:
Gonzalez, Sabrina (also providing written testimony) (Texas Council for Disabilities),
Austin, TX
Pacheco, Edgar Advocate (Self), Pearland, TX
Pernetti, Michaela (Self; Texas Center for Education Policy), Austin, TX
Registering, but not testifying:
FOR:
Ahrens, Paul Owner (Self; Kids R Kids), Katy, TX
Armato, Matthew (Self; Young Conservatives of Texas at the University of Dallas), Irving,
TX
Aviles, Tina (Self), Grand Prairie, TX
Besinger, Jackie (Self), Austin TX, TX
Billman, Jacob Student (Self; Young Conservatives of Texas at SMU), Dallas, TX
Cano (Self), San antonio, TX
Colangelo, Laura Executive Director (Self; Texas Private Schools Association), West Lake
Hills, TX
Cole, Elle President, Park Cities Republican Women (Self; Park Cities Republican
Women), Dallas, TX
Collins, Genevieve Texas Director (Self; Americans for Prosperity, The LIBRE Initative),
Dallas, TX
DeHaan, Judi (Self), Cypress, TX
WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
Evans, Michelle (Self; Independent Women's Network), Round Rock, TX
Fierro, Angel (Self), Houston, TX
Fincher, David (Self; NCCC,), Mesquite, TX
Frey, Graham CEO Hallcraft School Studio (Self), Austin, TX
Fuentes, Frank (Self), Austin/Texas, TX
Glass, Tom (Self), Hockley, TX
Grusendorf, Kent Liberty For The Kids, Pres. (Self; Liberty For The Kids), Austin, TX
Henry, Wyatt (Self), Houston, TX
Henson, Belinda Head of School (Self), Saginaw, TX
Keener, Justin (Self; Texans for Free Enterprise, and Doug Deason), Austin, TX
Lucas, Susan (Self), Bryan, TX
Lucio, Jr., Eddie (Self; Texans for Free Enterprise), Los Fresnos, TX
Marshall, Karen SREC (Self; State Republican Executive Committee), San Antonio, TX
Martinez, Jorge Director of Coalitions (Self; The LIBRE Initiative), McAllen, TX
Osborn, Brett (Self; Young Conservatives of Texas at SMU), Dallas, TX
Pinzon, Paula Pastor (Self; Casa de Encuentro), Houston, TX
Rivera, Sonia Advocate (Self), Houston, TX
Scherber, Douglas (Self; Kids R Kids), Huffman, TX
Steinhauser, Randan (Self), Austin, TX
Thomas, Teresa (Self), Tomball, TX
Vincitore, Brandon (Self; Young Conservatives of Texas at SMU), Cypress, TX
Yamarick, Paul (Self), Moulton, TX
AGAINST:
Afifi, Amanda (Self; Texas Association of School Psychologists), Austin, TX
Albert, David Dr. (Self; Texas AFT), Austin, TX
Allsup, Ashlea (Self), New Braunfels, TX
Amps, Emily (Texas AFL-CIO), Austin, TX
Angus, Tiffany (Self), Longview, TX
Bandel, Holly Executive Associate Minister (Self; Pastors for Texas Children/First United
Methodist Dallas), Dallas, TX
Barsalou, Denee (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Beneski, Amy (Texas Association of School Administrators), Austin, TX
Bishop, Delaina (Self), Austin, TX
Bishop, Michael (Self), Austin, TX
BLUMBERG, MARY (Self), New Braunfels78130, TX
Breed, Robin (Self), Austin, TX
BROOKS, EVELYN Member, State Board of Education, District 14 (Self), Frisco, TX
Brophey, Patrick (North Texas Commission), Irving, TX
Broughal, Christine (Self; Texans for Special Education Reform), Austin, TX
Brownson, Amanda (Texas Association of School Business Officials), Austin, TX
Broyles, Bobby Pastor (Pastors for Texas Children), Garland, Tx, TX
Brugge, Cynthia (Self), Fairview, TX
Campbell, Grover Assoc Ex Dir Gov Relations, TASB (TASB), Austin, TX
WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
Cave, Heather (Self), Spring Branch, TX
Chambers, Xaviera (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Chavez, Jesus H (South Texas Association of Schools), Round Rock, TX
Combs Cantu, Tracie (Self), Austin, TX
Corley, Alexander (Self), Austin, TX
Cortez, Ana (Self), Manor, TX
Daniel, Kelly (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Davis, Christy (Self), New Braunfels, TX
Donatt, Lenore "Lory" (Self), WestLake Hills, TX
Epstein, Pat (Self), Pflugerville, TX, TX
Espey, Jennifer (Self; Spring branch isd school finance advocacy team), Houston, TX
Flores, Lisa (Easter Seals Central Texas), Austin, TX
Ford, Ashley (Self), Austin, TX
Ford, Ashley Director of Public Policy and Advocacy (The Arc of Texas), Austin, TX
Forest, Rebecca President Women On The Wall (Self), Austin, TX
Fowler, Elaina Legislative Consultant (Texas State Teachers Association), Austin, TX
Fowler, Melody President Arlington ISD Board of Trustees (Arlington ISD Board of
Trustees), Arlington, TX
Friedel, Dana (Self; Pastors for Texas Children/First United Methodist Dallas), Dallas, TX
Frost, Lucy (Self), Manchaca, TX
Gibson, Greg Dr (Self; Texas Association of Midsize Schools), Graham, TX
Grant, Milo Rev (Self), Austin, TX
Griffith, Carrie (Self; Texas State Teachers Association), Austin, TX
Guy, Linda RN,PNP (Self), Austin, TX
Hall, Leslie (Self), Austin, TX
Hardin, Glennda (Self), Temple, TX
Hoffacker, Daphne (Self), Austin, TX
Holleman, Will Mr. (Raise Your Hand Texas), Austin, TX
Holubec, Bryan (Self), Thrall, TX
Houston, Joshua Advocacy Director (Texas Impact), Austin, TX
Huff PH.D, Patrick (Self), Tomball, TX
Jackson, Mary Ann (Self), Cypress, TX
Jenkins, Peggy Citizen (Self), New braunfels, TX
Kennon, Suzi President (Texas PTA), Sachse, TX
Kizer, Kathryn (Self; Access Education RRISD), Austin, TX
Klosterboer, Brian (Self; ACLU of Texas), Houston, TX
Kosobud, Terry (Self), Austin, TX
Kron, Carla (Self), Neew Braunfels, TX
Kuhlmann, Kate (Fast Growth School Coalition), Austin, TX
LaViola, Mara (Self; Texans for Special Education Reform), Austin, TX
Leahy, Francesca (Self), Austin, TX
Lee, Michael Executive Director, TARS (Self; TARS), Lubbock, TX
Litzinger, Linda (Self; Texas Parent to Parent), Austin, TX
WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
Litzler, John (Texas Baptists Christian Life Commission), Dallas, TX
Long, Diana (Texas Legislative Education Equity Coalition (TLEEC)), AUSTIN, TX
Lopez, Carisa Political Director (Self; Texas Freedom Network), Austin, TX
Markus, Susan (Self), Austin, TX
Maroquio, Cindy (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Martinez, Louann (Texas Urban Council), Austin, TX
McLean, Gentry (Self), Austin, TX
Menendez, Fatima Interim Southwest Regional Counsel (Mexican American Legal Defense
and Educational Fund), San Antonio, TX
Miller, Babs Rev (Self), Round Rock, Tx, TX
Miller, Cyral (Self), Austin, TX
Miller, Karen (Self; Blue action democrats-Texas Impact), Austin, TX
Nguyen, Hung (Self), Austin, TX
Norris, Robert (Self), Austin, TX
Ojomo, Omodele (Autism Society of Texas), Austin, TX
Oneal, Claire (Self), Austin, TX
Ozuna, Rebekah (Self; Texas AFT), Austin TX, TX
Padgett, Loretta (Self), Canyon Lake, TX
Patrick, Teresa (Self), Bulverde, TX
Pearson, Eldon (Self), Austin, TX
Peglar, Megan Rev. (Self; Pastors for Texas Children), TX, TX
Person, Maria (Self), Austin, TX
Polley, Georgia (Self; Spring branch isd school finance advocacy team), Houston, TX
Proznik, Jenny (Self), Frisco, TX
Pruett, Kay Dr (Self), Austin, TX
Puente, Jaime Director of Economic Opportunity (Self; Every Texan), Austin, TX
Reeves, Stephen (Self; Fellowship Southwest), Dripping Springs, TX
Rivas, Lesley (Mexican American School Boards Association), Austin, TX
Robinson, Derom (Self), Lantana, TX
Romans, Francesca (Self), Leander, TX
Rome, Christy Executive Director (Texas School Coalition), Austin, TX
Sabo, Jason (Children at Risk), Austin, TX
Sanders-Foster, Jolene Director of Advocacy (Self; Coalition of texans with disabilities),
Austin, TX
Sanderson, Josh Deputy executive director (Equity Center), Austin, TX
Saucedo, Carol (Self), Austin, TX
Saval, Maureen (Self), Leander, TX
Sheffield, Heather (Self), Austin, TX
Smith, Anna (Self), Leander, TX
Stanch, Michaela (Self), Austin, TX
Stern, Maggie Program and Policy Manager (Self; Children's Defense Fund - Texas),
Austin, TX
Stewart, Susan (Self), Pflugerville, TX
WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
Sudela, Eileen (Self), San Marcos, TX
Teitelman, A. Carol Ms. (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Terry, Mark Deputy Executive Director (Self; Texas Elementary Principals and
Supervisors Association), Austin, TX
Thomson, Susan (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Thomson, Thomas (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Trevino, Theresa (Self; Texans Advocating For Meaningful Student Assessment), Austin,
TX
Van Maanen, Cynthia (Self; Travis County Democratic Party), Austin, TX
Vinson, Cheryl (Self; TCTELA), Euless, TX
Voosen, Maureen (Self), Austin, TX
Webb, Natalie Rev. (Self; University Baptist Church, Austin, Tx), Austin, TX
Welles, Loren (Self), Austin, TX
White, Crystal (Self; Texas Association of Community Schools), Austin, TX
White, Lauren (Self), Lakeway, TX
Wiggins, Mark (Association of Texas Professional Educators), AUSTIN, TX
Wilbanks, David Trustee (Self), Alington, TX
Woods, Brian (Self; Northside Independent School District), San Antonio, TX
Woolsey, Frances (Self), Austin, TX
Yoakem, Karma (Self), New Braunfels, TX
York, Ruth 1) VP; 2) Interim Chair (Self; Tea Party Patriots of Eastland County; Texas
Family Defense Committee), Cisco, TX
ON:
Byer, Von General Counsel (Texas Education Agency), Austin, TX
Castilla, Cindi (Self; Texas Eagle Forum), Dallas, TX
Fernandez, Linda Director, Educational Opportunities and Investment (Comptroller of
Public Accounts), Austin, TX
Marin, Eric (TEA), Austin, TX
Porter, Justin (TEA), Austin, TX
Rodriguez, David Exec Director, Investigation (Texas Education Agency), Austin, TX
Schutte, Marian Executive Director TEA (Texas Education Agency), Austin, TX
Terry, James Associate Commissioner of Finance (Texas Education Agency), Austin Texas,
TX
Valenzuela, Angela Dr. (Self; Texas Center for Education Policy), Austin, TX
Providing written testimony:
FOR:
Allmon, Jennifer Executive Director (The Texas Catholic Conference of Bishops), Austin,
TX
Taylor, Larry (Texas Conservative Coalition Research Institute), Friendswood, TX
AGAINST:
Boswell, Lynn Trustee, Austin ISD (Self; Austin ISD Board of Trustees), Austin, TX
Burek, Susan Ms. (Self), Austin, TX
WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
Chevalier, Andrea (Texas Council of Administrators of Special Education (TCASE)),
Austin, TX
Galle, Marcy (Self), Willow Pak, TX
Grizzard, Julia Executive Director (Self; Bexar County Education Coalition), San Antonio,
TX
Jensen, Ann (Self), San Marcos, TX
Sells, Katherine (Self), Lewsiville, TX
Singleton, Betsy (Self), TX, TX
Worthington, Matt Mr (Self), Austin, TX
FOR:
Brown, Andrew Associate Vice President of Policy (Texas Public Policy Foundation),
Austin, TX
Gille, Jo-Ann (Self), Boerne, TX
Newman, Jeremy VP of Policy, TX Home School Coalition (Self; Texas Home School
Coalition), Lubbock, TX
Rinaldi, Matt Chairman, Republican Party of Texas (Self; Republican Party of Texas),
Austin, TX
Teal, Gary (Self), Whitney, TX
AGAINST:
Bakich, Meg (Self), Dallas, TX
Bledsoe, Gary President (also providing written testimony) (Self; Texas NAACP), Austin;
Texas, TX
Borchert, Margaret (also providing written testimony) (Self), Fort Worth, TX
Capo, Zeph President (also providing written testimony) (Self; Texas American Federation
of Teachers), Austin, TX
Carranza, Susana Dr. (Self), Austin, TX
Dawer, Daniel (Self; Educators in Solidarity), Austin, TX
Hansen, Lana (Self), Manchaca, TX
Joy, Louise (Self), Austin, TX
Kincaid, Jeannette (Self), Austin, TX
Latham Sikes, Chloe Deputy Director of Policy (Self; IDRA (Intercultural Development
Research Association)), Austin, TX
Linahan, Alice VP Women on the Wall (Self), Argyle, TX
Lorigo-Johst, Chevonne (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Lowe, Mary (Self), Colleyville, TX
Markum, Alicia (Self), Round Rock, TX
Puente, Jaime Director of Economic Opportunity (Self; Every Texan), Austin, TX
Thompson, Nancy (Self), Austin, TX
Woolsey, Frances (Self), Austin, TX
ON:
Bussey, Faith (Self; Texans for Homeschool Freedom), Arlington, TX
Eaton, Elise (also providing written testimony) (Self; Texans for Homeschool Freedom),
The Woodlands, TX
WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
Registering, but not testifying:
FOR:
Aerni, Meg (Self), Austin, TX
Ahrens, Paul Owner (Self; Kids R Kids), Katy, TX
Armato, Matthew (Self; Young Conservatives of Texas at the University of Dallas), Irving,
TX
Aviles, Tina (Self), Grand Prairie, TX
Besinger, Jackie (Self), Austin TX, TX
Billman, Jacob Student (Self; Young Conservatives of Texas at SMU), Dallas, TX
Campbell, Grover Assoc Ex Dir Gov Relations, TASB (TASB), Austin, TX
Carra, Missie (Self), Fort Worth, TX
Colangelo, Laura Executive Director (Self; Texas Private Schools Association), West Lake
Hills, TX
Cole, Elle President, Park Cities Republican Women (Self; Park Cities Republican
Women), Dallas, TX
Collins, Genevieve Texas Director (Self; Americans for Prosperity, The LIBRE Initative),
Dallas, TX
DeHaan, Judi (Self), Cypress, TX
Drogin, Mandy (Self; Texas Public Policy Foundation), Austin, TX
Evans, Michelle (Self; Independent Women's Network), Round Rock, TX
Fierro, Angel (Self), Houston, TX
Frey, Graham CEO Hallcraft School Studio (Self), Austin, TX
Fuentes, Frank (Self), Austin/Texas, TX
Gallen, Patti (Self), Austin, TX
Garcia, Brandon Director of legislative affairs (Texas public charter schools association),
Austin, TX
Glass, Tom (Self), Hockley, TX
Greene, Lenora (Self), Austin, TX
Grusendorf, Kent Liberty For The Kids, Pres. (Self; Liberty For The Kids), Austin, TX
Henry, Wyatt (Self), Houston, TX
Henson, Belinda Head of School (Self), Saginaw, TX
Hopkins, Perla (Moms For America), Leander, TX
Keener, Justin (Self; Texans for Free Enterprise, and Doug Deason), Austin, TX
Leyack, Amy (Self), Paige, TX
Lucas, Susan (Self), Bryan, TX
Lucio, Jr., Eddie (Self; Texans for Free Enterprise), Los Fresnos, TX
Marshall, Karen SREC (Self; State Republican Executive Committee), San Antonio, TX
Martinez, Jorge Director of Coalitions (Self; The LIBRE Initiative), McAllen, TX
Osborn, Brett (Self; Young Conservatives of Texas at SMU), Dallas, TX
Pacheco, Edgar Advocate (Self), Pearland, TX
Pinzon, Paula Pastor (Self; Casa de Encuentro), Houston, TX
Rivera, Sonia Advocate (Self), Houston, TX
Scott, Anita (Self), Lubbock, TX
WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
Simmons, Kara (Self), Mesquite, TX
Steinhauser, Randan (Self), Austin, TX
Thomas, Teresa (Self), Tomball, TX
Trainor, Lucy (Self), Driftwood, TX
Vincitore, Brandon (Self; Young Conservatives of Texas at SMU), Cypress, TX
AGAINST:
Albert, David Dr. (Self; Texas AFT), Austin, TX
Allsup, Ashlea (Self), New Braunfels, TX
Amps, Emily (Texas AFL-CIO), Austin, TX
Angus, Tiffany (Self), Longview, TX
Arias, Jordan (Self), Austin, TX
Arndt, Clint (Self), Austin, TX
Aslam, Muneeb “Meebs” (Self), Austin, TX
Barsalou, Denee (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Bishop, Delaina (Self), Austin, TX
Bishop, Michael (Self), Austin, TX
BLUMBERG, MARY (Self), New Braunfels78130, TX
Breed, Robin (Self), Austin, TX
BROOKS, EVELYN Member, State Board of Education, District 14 (Self), Frisco, TX
Brumit, Sarah (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Carmona, Gordy (Self), Frisco, TX
Cave, Heather (Self), Spring Branch, TX
Chambers, Xaviera (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Cofield, Melanie (Self), Austin, TX
Combs Cantu, Tracie (Self), Austin, TX
Corley, Alexander (Self), Austin, TX
Cortez, Ana (Self), Manor, TX
Daniel, Kelly (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Davis, Christy (Self), New Braunfels, TX
Donatt, Lenore "Lory" (Self), WestLake Hills, TX
Drackert, Kathryn (Self), Austin, TX
Duru, Chinwendu Doctoral Student (Self), Round Rock, TX
Egger, Dominique (Self), Austin, TX
Epstein, Pat (Self), Pflugerville, TX, TX
Esperanza, Catherine (Self), Austin, TX
Espey, Jennifer (Self; Spring branch isd school finance advocacy team), Houston, TX
Figueroa, Tez (Self; Out youth), Austin, TX
Flores, Lisa (Easter Seals Central Texas), Austin, TX
Ford, Ashley (Self), Austin, TX
Forest, Rebecca President Women On The Wall (Self), Austin, TX
Frost, Lucy (Self), Manchaca, TX
Gibson, Greg Dr (Self; Texas Association of Midsize Schools), Graham, TX
WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
Gómez marchant, Carlos Nicolas Dr (Self), Round Rock, TX
Grant, Milo Rev (Self), Austin, TX
Griffith, Carrie (Self; Texas State Teachers Association), Austin, TX
Guesner, Kaitlyn (Self), Austin, TX
Guy, Linda RN,PNP (Self), Austin, TX
H., Vashalla (Self), Austin, TX
Hall, Leslie (Self), Austin, TX
Hardin, Glennda (Self), Temple, TX
Hill, Rachel Government Affairs Director (Self), Austin, TX
Hoffacker, Daphne (Self), Austin, TX
Holubec, Bryan (Self), Thrall, TX
Houston, Joshua Advocacy Director (Texas Impact), Austin, TX
Huff PH.D, Patrick (Self), Tomball, TX
Hughes, Hannah (Self), Austin TX, TX
Hunt, Jonathan Mr. (Self), Cedar Park, TX
Hunt, Kyla (Self), Cedar Park, TX
J, Hadley (Self), Austin, TX
Jackson, Mary Ann (Self), Cypress, TX
Jenkins, Peggy Citizen (Self), New braunfels, TX
Johnson, Bethany (Self), Austin, TX
Johnson, LyAnna Rev. (Self; Texas Impact), Austin, TX
Kiser, Mary Beth Executive Director (Texas Psychological Association), Austin, TX
Kizer, Kathryn (Self; Access Education RRISD), Austin, TX
Kosobud, Terry (Self), Austin, TX
Kron, Carla (Self), Neew Braunfels, TX
Landry, Lauren (Equality Texas), Austin, TX
Leahy, Francesca (Self), Austin, TX
Lee, Michael Executive Director, TARS (Self; TARS), Lubbock, TX
Lewis, Brad (Self), Austin, TX
Litzler, John (Texas Baptists Christian Life Commission), Dallas, TX
Long, Diana (Texas Legislative Education Equity Coalition (TLEEC)), AUSTIN, TX
MacDougal, Vanessa Ms (Self), Austin, TX
Markus, Susan (Self), Austin, TX
Maroquio, Cindy (Self), Pflugerville, TX
McBride, Megan Doctoral student (Self), Austin, TX
McCutchin, Chelsea (Self), Pflugerville, TX, TX
McLean, Gentry (Self), Austin, TX
Menendez, Fatima Interim Southwest Regional Counsel (Mexican American Legal Defense
and Educational Fund), San Antonio, TX
Miller, Babs Rev. (Self), Round Rock, TX, TX
Miller, Cyral (Self), Austin, TX
Miller, Karen (Self; Blue action democrats-Texas Impact), Austin, TX
Moreland, Amy (Self), Austin, TX
WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
Nguyen, Hung (Self), Austin, TX
Norris, Robert (Self), Austin, TX
Ocegueda, Sofia (Self), Austin, TX
Ojomo, Omodele (Autism Society of Texas), Austin, TX
Okonsky, Megan (Self), Austin, TX
Oneal, Claire (Self), Austin, TX
Ozuna, Rebekah (Self; Texas AFT), Austin TX, TX
Padgett, Loretta (Self), Canyon Lake, TX
Patrick, Teresa (Self), Bulverde, TX
Pauling, Sydney (Self), Austin, TX
Pearson, Eldon (Self), Austin, TX
Peglar, Megan Rev. (Self; Pastors for Texas Children), TX, TX
Person, Maria (Self), Austin, TX
Pitts, Keiawnna (Self), Round Rock, TX
Polley, Georgia (Self; Spring branch isd school finance advocacy team), Houston, TX
Pritchett, William (Self), Houston, TX
Proznik, Jenny (Self), Frisco, TX
Pruett, Kay Dr (Self), Austin, TX
Reeves, Stephen (Self; Fellowship Southwest), Dripping Springs, TX
Rivas, Lesley (Mexican American School Boards Association), Austin, TX
S, Rox (Self), Austin, TX
Sanders-Foster, Jolene Director of Advocacy (Self; Coalition of texans with disabilities),
Austin, TX
Sanderson, Josh Deputy executive director (Equity Center), Austin, TX
Saucedo, Carol (Self), Austin, TX
Saval, Maureen (Self), Leander, TX
Sheffield, Heather (Self), Austin, TX
Simpson Gray, Jane (Self), AUSTIN, TX
Singleton, Betsy (Self), TX, TX
Smith, Anna (Self), Leander, TX
Stern, Maggie Program and Policy Manager (Self; Children's Defense Fund - Texas),
Austin, TX
Stewart, Katelyn (Self), Austin, TX
Stewart, Susan (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Sudela, Eileen (Self), San Marcos, TX
Teitelman, A. Carol Ms. (Self), Pflugerville, TX
Trevino, Theresa (Self; Texans Advocating For Meaningful Student Assessment), Austin,
TX
Vinson, Cheryl (Self; TCTELA), Euless, TX
Voosen, Maureen (Self), Austin, TX
Webb, Natalie Rev. (Self; University Baptist Church, Austin, Tx), Austin, TX
White, Lauren (Self), Lakeway, TX
Yoakem, Karma (Self), New Braunfels, TX
WITNESS LIST
Education
March 22, 2023 9:00 AM
ON:
Byer, Von General Counsel (Texas Education Agency), Austin, TX
Fowler, Elaina Legislative Consultant (Texas State Teachers Association), Austin, TX
Marin, Eric (TEA), Austin, TX
Wilbanks, David Trustee (Self), Alington, TX
Providing written testimony:
FOR:
Allmon, Jennifer Executive Director (The Texas Catholic Conference of Bishops), Austin,
TX
Taylor, Larry (Texas Conservative Coalition Research Institute), Friendswood, TX
AGAINST:
Grizzard, Julia Executive Director (Self; Bexar County Education Coalition), San Antonio,
TX
Jensen, Ann (Self), San Marcos, TX
Jones, Carl TDP Rural Caucus State Field Coordinator (Self; TDP Non Urban Rural
Caucus), Spicewood, TX
Sells, Katherine (Self), Lewsiville, TX
Worthington, Matt Mr (Self), Austin, TX