Senate Bill 2 would create state-managed education savings accounts that let families use public funds to subsidize private school tuition. Opponents question whether the bill would help low-income families.

School choice, using public money for private education, is Gov. Greg. Abbott's top priority for the Texas Legislature. Senators takes up Senate Bill

Once passed in the Senate, the school choice bill will head to the House. Governor Abbott said he remains very confident that school choice will pass in the chamber, even though Democrats promise a fight.

The bill, declared an “emergency item” by Governor Greg Abbott, aims to establish an education savings account program, providing families with $10,000 per student for private school tuition and related expenses.

Texas House Democrats gathered on Monday to issue a call for action concerning Senate Bill 2, a new attempt at school choice in Texas.