More than 42,600 students with a disability, including their siblings, accepted into Texas Education Freedom Account program

April 23, 2026 - 03:59

The inaugural year of Texas's landmark Education Freedom Account program is set to begin, with state officials confirming full enrollment for its highest-priority applicants. The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts announced that every eligible student with a disability, along with their qualifying siblings, who applied for the state's new education savings account will receive an award.

This initial phase of the program has accepted more than 42,600 students, fulfilling the state's commitment to families seeking alternative educational options. The accounts provide state-funded stipends that can be used for a variety of expenses, including private school tuition, tutoring, textbooks, and other approved educational services.

The overwhelming response highlights significant demand for school choice among families of students with special needs. The program's structure, which includes siblings in the priority tier, is designed to keep families together in their chosen educational setting. State officials view this successful launch as a major step in expanding educational opportunities, with the program expected to grow in subsequent years. The announcement brings certainty to thousands of Texas families who can now finalize plans for the upcoming academic year.