Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock suggested schools that hosted events for the Council on American-Islamic Relations or are linked to China could be disqualified from the new program.
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S. Muslim advocacy group or alleged ties to the Chinese government.’s office on Dec. 12, Hancock asked whether schools could be excluded from the program if they were linked to a “foreign terrorist organization” or a “foreign adversary.” Hancock suggested schools that had hosted events for the Council on American-Islamic Relations, a Muslim civil rights group which Gov.Hancock also alleged that one school in the state was owned or controlled by a group connected to an adviser for the Chinese government, which he wrote “appear to implicate newly enacted laws restricting property ownership, control, and financial influence by foreign adversary entities in Texas.”governments, companies and individuals who legally reside in China, Russia, Iran and North Korea from owning land and properties in the state. Hancock said in a statement that the request came after “credible concerns” were raised about the affiliation of some pre-approved providers for the voucher program, and so legal guidance was requested. The Houston Chronicle first reported Hancock’s request. “This request does not prejudge any institution or presume any outcome,” Hancock said. “It simply reflects our obligation to safeguard personal data from foreign adversaries and ensure that no public funds are used, directly or indirectly, in a manner that conflicts with Texas law or undermines the security interests of our state.” Hancock did not indicate in his request or statement which schools or how many could potentially be affected by the determination from Paxton’s office. Attorney General opinions are not legally binding, but are used as guidance for state agencies as they operate. A spokesperson for CAIR Texas said in a statement that the events hosted at the schools were “Know Your Rights” events designed to inform students about state and federal civil rights and protections. The group challenged that any part of“Hosting civil rights education for students is lawful. So is teaching students about their rights under the U.S. and Texas Constitutions,” a spokesperson with CAIR Texas said. “Any attempt to penalize schools for learning about their civil rights from an organization Greg Abbott happens to dislike would raise serious First Amendment concerns.” About 600 Texas private schools and 200 vendors have already applied for the state’s new voucher program in the 10 days since applications opened, according to the Comptroller’s office. The applications are accepted on a rolling basis. The creation of the voucher program was longDisclosure: The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts has been a financial supporter of The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan news organization that is funded in part by donations from members, foundations and corporate sponsors. Financial supporters play no role in the Tribune’s journalism. Find a completeCaught on camera: Shootout between man, BCSO deputies leaves neighborhood shockedShoplifter charged with attempted murder after pointing gun at officerGibson Costume Shop, a 100-year-old San Antonio staple, to begin liquidation sales in JanuaryWhat to know about holiday travel as AAA projects new recordService members traveling through San Antonio International for the holidaysScams targeting San Antonio seniors on the rise, SAPD saysOutgoing North East ISD superintendent discusses timing of departure, district’s challenges aheadH-E-B, Meals on Wheels preparing for 33rd annual Feast of Sharing this weekendSan Antonio man has reunited more than 200 people with lost class rings nationwideHill Country camps add flood-warning towers months after deadly July 4 floodsBCSO: Woman scammed out of $36K by caller who instructed her to deposit funds into Bitcoin ATM
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