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Heads up, taxpayers and parents: We’ve audited the upcoming HEDLEY ISD agenda. There are 3 items targeting parental consent and taxpayer funds that need your immediate attention before the gavel falls.
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Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying via TASB Membership
The board is scheduled to approve membership in the TASB Risk Fund. While presented as an insurance service, this action sends taxpayer dollars to the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB), an organization that actively lobbies the Texas Legislature against property tax relief, parental rights, and educational freedom.
Response
Contact the Hedley ISD board (see the Official Agenda link for contact info): ‘Regarding Item V, I oppose sending taxpayer money to TASB, an organization that lobbies against parents and taxpayers. Please find an alternative for insurance and vote NO on this membership.’
💰 Impact: Undisclosed Lobbying Fees
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Adopting Lobbyist-Authored District Policy
The board is set to approve an attendance handbook created by the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB). This outsources the district’s core policymaking to a political lobbying group, entrenching its influence over local operations and standards.
Response
Contact the Hedley ISD board: ‘Regarding Item VI, the district should develop its own policies, not adopt them from a political group like TASB. Please vote NO and direct the administration to draft a neutral attendance handbook.’
💰 Impact: Entrenching Lobbyist Influence
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Vague Title — Manual Review Required
The board will vote on compliance with state education codes, but all details are contained in a “handout” not included with the public agenda. This prevents taxpayers from reviewing the specific policies or curriculum changes being approved before the vote.
Response
INVESTIGATE: Regarding Item VII, open the ‘handout’ attached in the Official Agenda (linked above) to see what specific policies are being adopted. Email the board: ‘Please postpone the vote on Item VII until the full text of the compliance handout is made public for review.’
💰 Impact: Undisclosed Policy Changes
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