As the new legislative session approaches, public school funding is poised to be a hot topic. However, it’s essential to dissect the conversation into two distinct areas: public school funding and school vouchers. This month, we’ll focus on how Texas public schools are funded, exploring the complexities of the system and the challenges schools face, particularly regarding underfunding.How Texas Public Schools Are FundedTexas public schools rely on a mix of federal, state, and local funding sources, with the majority coming from state and local taxes.The state funding is primarily derived from sales taxes and the state income tax on corporations,