Funding for Special Education

An important issue in Texas special education is the debate surrounding funding adequacy. Despite the state’s obligation to provide appropriate services for students with disabilities, many districts face significant budget constraints that hinder their ability to meet those needs.

The reliance on local property taxes for school funding creates disparities between affluent and low-income districts, often resulting in unequal access to quality special education resources.

This issue has sparked calls for the state to revise its funding model to ensure that all students, regardless of their ZIP code, receive the support they are entitled to under federal law.