89th Legislative Session

Regular Session: Jan. 14-June 2, 2025

The LISD Board of Trustees unanimously adopted the following advocacy priorty for the 89th Legislative Session:

"to increase the basic allotment, to supplement - not supplant - state funding with local or federal dollars; and to update the school finance system to include enrollment-based funding; adjustments for inflation, student education, teacher compensation, and other costs outside of district control; consideration of regional cost differences; and accurate funding weights."

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The education of our students is a partnership between LISD and the communities we serve. Advocate for our future generations by becoming well-versed in LISD's Legislative Priorities. Use the resources linked below to find your voice.

Steps to Make Your Voice Heard

1. Share what you've heard with your circle of influence.
2. Share positive stories happening in LISD on social media.
3. Determine who represents you (lisd.net/reps)
4. Make phone calls or write emails/letters to your elected officials using the resources below.

Contact your legislators
Use the form below to create a letter designed to advocate for LISD, and the students and staff we serve. Choose the topic you wish to address and the letter will be automatically generated for you, with additional space for you to include a personal message. The letter will be emailed to you for you to forward along to your legislators.
*If you are a LISD staff member, use your personal email address to complete this form. 

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