AUSTIN, Texas – Several members of the State Board of Education are calling for an investigation after it was discovered one of the content advisors in charge of revisions to the K-12 social studies curriculum didn’t disclose a $70,000 gift from a far right think tank. […]
Recent Press Releases
‘Teach the Truth’ Rally Draws Hundreds from Across Texas
The Texas Freedom Network and Teach the Truth coalition partners hosted a rally outside the State Board of Education meeting Tuesday to draw attention to proposed changes to the state’s K-12 social studies curriculum. […]
Texas Freedom Network Responds to First Investigation by Paxton Using New SB 8 Bathroom Law
Spokespeople available in Spanish and English for additional comment or interview at request FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 9, 2026 CONTACT: Imelda Mejia (she/her), [email protected] AUSTIN, Texas — Attorney General Ken Paxton announced Friday an investigation into Austin Independent School District following an allegation that a transgender student was allowed to use restrooms consistent with their gender […]
Public Education Advocates Warn Texas Required Reading List Undermines Teachers and Endangers Religious Freedom of Families
Extensive List Under Consideration by State Board of Education Far Exceeds Legislative Requirements, Includes Bible Reading FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 28, 2026 Contact: Imelda Mejia, 512-212-1758, [email protected] AUSTIN, Texas – The Texas State Board of Education is taking an initial vote today on a proposed required reading list that would mandate Bible passages and other religion-themed materials […]
Texas Freedom Network Releases Statement of Support for Jolt
Paxton’s Baseless Attempt to Revoke JOLT’s Tax-Exempt Status FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDecember 2, 2025 CONTACT: Imelda Mejia, 512-212-1758, [email protected] AUSTIN, Texas – Texas Freedom Network today released a statement in support of Jolt Initiative, a nonprofit organization focused on increasing the civic participation of young Texas Latinos, after Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a Quo […]
