Supporters of voucher-like education savings accounts are trying to press their advantage early and build a sense of inevitability.

Families participating in the program could receive about 85% of the amount public schools collect for each attending student from the state and local sources.

Education is a major focus of the Texas Legislature this year, from teacher pay and training to tuition support for private education and homeschooling. Why it matters: Republican lawmakers' approach to education could harm public schools even as the legislators look to direct more money toward classrooms.