SUMMARY: The Texas State Board of Education approved the Texas Education Agency’s Bluebonnet Learning proposal, passing by an 8-7 vote. This initiative introduces new math and language arts curricula for K-8 students and provides resources for teachers. Governor Greg Abbott commended the decision as vital for enhancing education standards. The materials, which are provided voluntarily and at no cost, aim to improve student outcomes while offering additional funding to school districts that adopt them. However, some opponents, including the American Federation of Teachers-Texas Chapter, criticized the curriculum’s content and the ethical implications of funding preferences based on adoption.

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SUMMARY: Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has directed the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to accept water from Mexico’s San Juan River, following an agreement ensuring water deliveries to the Rio Grande Valley. Abbott raised concerns over Mexico’s compliance with the 1944 Water Treaty, emphasizing that the 120,000 acre-feet offered is insufficient compared to the 1.75 million acre-feet Mexico is obligated to deliver. Texas is facing a projected water deficit of 1.3 million acre-feet by October 2025. Both parties have long urged the federal government to hold Mexico accountable for treaty violations, which have significantly impacted the agricultural sector in the region.

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SUMMARY: The University System of Georgia’s Board of Regents has recommended policies promoting institutional neutrality, banning DEI tactics, and requiring education on America’s founding documents. USG institutions will avoid political or ideological tests, affirmations, or oaths in admissions, employment, or orientation. Employment decisions will focus on qualifications and abilities. Starting in the 2025-2026 academic year, students will study key historical documents, including the U.S. Constitution, the Bill of Rights, and Martin Luther King Jr.’s “Letter from Birmingham Jail.” The policies aim to strengthen academic communities, promote free thought, and ensure merit-based admissions and hiring.

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