Rallying for public education

Rallying Support for Public Education

Senator Johnson continued marshaling support this week for our state's public education system — the pictures speak for themselves.

Everyday Texans are uniting around Nathan's common-sense policies. The energy we’re seeing on the ground, in every corner of our state, is proof.

"What does public education have in common with our courts, with our government, and with our currency? They are all institutions presently under attack."

Senator Nathan Johnson

Texas PTA Rally Day | Feb. 24, 2025

We're hearing from record numbers of Texans.

In just the last five days, our team has received over 3,000 emails from concerned constituents, and we've sat down with hundreds of Texas parents, students, advocates, and educators. Regular Texans are speaking out in record numbers, with one major common theme: What will school vouchers mean for the future of Texas public schools?

It doesn’t matter who they’ve voted for before, Texans are ready to take back their power from the school voucher pushers.

Listening in...

If you haven’t yet seen Senator Johnson’s statements during last week’s debate in the Texas Senate over Senate Bill 2, the school voucher bill — it’s a must watch. Senator Johnson stood up for all Texas families, public education, and the responsible use of taxpayer dollars, making it clear that our state deserves policy solutions that truly serve its communities, not risky gambles and political gamesmanship. 

He’s been hitting the airwaves this month for some honest conversation about what we can expect from this legislative session and why even more elected officials should be prioritizing investments in our state’s physical and social infrastructure. Whether it's tackling healthcare, energy reform, or fighting for a stronger, fairer Texas, Nathan breaks it all down with thoughtful analysis and a clear vision.

Here are three podcasts you don’t want to miss:

🎙 Podcast 1: Texas’ Growing Pains (Panel hosted by The Texan)

The Texan’s 89th Session Kickoff included a special panel about our state’s potential growing pains. Senator Johnson was joined by Texas Lege colleagues Senator Perry and Representative Troxclair for a live discussion about the state’s legislative priorities. 

🎧 LISTEN HERE

📽️ WATCH HERE

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🎙 Podcast 2: Texas Talks, Ep. 47

Nathan sits down with Brad Swail of The Austin City Councilman Podcast and they dive into the critical issue of infrastructure — housing, healthcare, and education. 

🎧 LISTEN HERE

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🎙 Podcast 3: Progress Texas, Happy Hour Ep. 189

Listen in for an inside scope into what Senator Johnson thinks we can expect during the 89th Legislative Session.

🎧 LISTEN HERE

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Brenda, let us know your favorite takeaway from these conversations! Hearing from folks like you is so important for the movement that Nathan’s building here in Texas. If you have questions, ideas, or feedback that you’d like to share, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Or email us by clicking this link.

Happy Listening!

Senator Nathan Johnson Sworn in for Third Term

News Release
January 14, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

SENATOR NATHAN JOHNSON SWORN IN FOR THIRD TERM,
ISSUES LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES FOR 89TH SESSION

AUSTIN, Texas – Senator Nathan Johnson was sworn in today as a member of the Texas State Senate for the 89th Legislative Session, his fourth session to represent Texas Senate District 16.

Photo Credit: Lauren Cobb

Senator Johnson issued a statement addressing the critical issues facing Texas, emphasizing the importance of social and physical infrastructure. "From the roads we travel to the schools where our kids grow and learn to the healthcare systems we rely upon, the Legislature should give priority this session to infrastructure – social and physical. That’s the only way we can promise our children and future generations that they will have the opportunity to live as well as we have been so fortunate to live. And if we fail to act, they will bear the burden of our failure. What will people thank us for in 30 years? That should be the question on our minds.” 

Senator Johnson's legislative priorities for the session include: 

• Workforce Housing: With Senate Bill 234, Johnson aims to alleviate the state's housing crisis by incentivizing the construction of workforce housing. If enacted, it will make housing available near where people work, and decrease the upward market pressure on housing costs.  

• Water and Energy Systems: The Senator continues his work on developing water supply and management systems, and on electrical power: generation, transmission, storage, conservation, market innovation, and overall grid resiliency and security. 

• Public Education: Senate Bill 233 seeks to increase the basic student allotment, tie it to inflation, and transition to an enrollment-based funding model, ensuring the state's schools are equipped to meet the challenges of tomorrow. 

• Health and Healthcare Access: Through Senate Bills 232 and 236, Johnson continues to advocate bipartisan avenues for Medicaid expansion, and (separately) to integrate non-medical drivers of health – nutrition, transportation, and housing – into healthcare systems to improve outcomes and reduce costs. 

 For updates on Senator Johnson's legislative initiatives and developments throughout the 89th Legislative Session, see our weekly emails, visit NathanforTexas.com, and follow @NathanForTexas on social media. 

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About Senator Nathan Johnson: Senator Nathan Johnson was re-elected in 2024 to serve a third term in the Texas Senate. He represents almost a million Dallas County residents in the growing and rapidly diversifying Senate District 16. With eight years of legislative experience, Senator Johnson serves on several key Senate committees, including Business & Commerce, Jurisprudence (Vice-Chair), Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs, and Administration.