Creighton Appointed to Lead Senate Education K-16 Committee

Today, Senator Brandon Creighton (R- Conroe) was appointed to serve

as Chairman of the Senate Education K-16 Committee for the 89th Legislative

Session, establishing a single, powerful committee to oversee education policies from

early childhood to the workforce. Together, public education and higher education

account for 53% of the state budget. He was also appointed to the Senate

Committees on Finance, Business and Commerce, and Jurisprudence.

“Texas lawmakers must view education as a continuum, where early childhood, K-12, higher

education, and workforce training are interconnected investments that build on each other, said

Creighton. “By aligning these efforts, we can ensure seamless transitions, equip students for

workforce demands, and secure Texas’ economic future,

Sen. Creighton has reaffirmed his commitment to passing school choice legislation,

the Texas Parental Bill of Rights, and the Texas Teacher Bill of Rights in the 89th

session– bills that all passed the Texas Senate in the 88th Regular Called Session and

the 3rd and 4th Special Called Sessions.

“The future of Texas begins in the classroom, and I am committed to advancing policies that will

ensure the 6 million students in Texas schools have the foundations for academic success, safe and

secure campuses, educators that feel valued, and parents that are empowered to be part of their

children’s education. After the rejection of billions of new funding for public education, the cause for

school choice, teacher raises, and overdue reforms is even more urgent this session,” said Senator

Creighton.

Throughout the interim, Senator Creighton has traveled across Texas, meeting with

hundreds of teachers, administrators, law enforcement officers, parents, and students

to understand their goals for Texas schools. He has also worked closely with higher

education officials and stakeholders to implement key 2023 legislation, monitor

compliance and plan for future improvements. Building on his past success with bold

reforms, Senator Creighton is poised to lead once again in establishing Texas as the

nation’s leader in college and university excellence.

“Since passing SB 17 in 2023– the strongest ban on DEI in the nation– several states and

multi-billion dollar corporations have followed Texas’ lead, which makes clear that we are the true

national leader to return higher education to education and innovation, not indoctrination, said

Creighton. “Our reforms are working, but there is still a great deal of work ahead, and I am

ready to pass meaningful legislation that will reform university governance, reign in faculty senates,

and ensure that taxpayer dollars are directed to meaningful degrees for the Texas economy.

“I want to thank Lt. Governor Patrick for his confidence, and the committee members for their

willingness to tackle these critical issues. We will all work together to expand access, opportunity and

value for the millions of students in Texas schools.”