Gov. Greg Abbott wants to extend Texas’ DEI ban to K-12 schools

Gov. Greg Abbott said Friday he wants the state's ban on DEI programs at the state's public universities to extend to K-12 schools. (Credit: Michael Stravato for The Texas Tribune)

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As Texas lawmakers wrap up the first week of the 2025 legislative session, Gov. Greg Abbott has signaled another public education priority he wants on their list: banning diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives in K-12 public schools.