HB 8 heads to governor's desk as second special session comes to a close

On Wednesday evening, the House confirmed the Senate amendments to House Bill (HB) 8—the STAAR bill—and finally passed the bill, then adjourned sine die. The Senate adjourned sine die in the early morning hours of Thursday.

HB 8 is now headed to the governor's desk. Thank you to the hundreds of ATPE members who contacted their House members yesterday in a last attempt to prevent this legislation from moving forward. Look for a full report here on Teach the Vote later today.