CDF-TX Statement on House Bill 3979
May 11, 2021 The Texas House passed HB 3979 last night - an anti-civics bill that threatens to censor teachers and silence young Texans. [...]
Read MoreMay 11, 2021 The Texas House passed HB 3979 last night - an anti-civics bill that threatens to censor teachers and silence young Texans. [...]
Read MoreGood morning Mr. Chairman and members of the Committee, My name is Maggie Stern and I am here today to testify against HB 3979, in [...]
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