Texas Proposition 1 on the November Ballot could provide special funding to support trade school efforts and Texas State Technical College.

The TSTC system has 11 campuses across Texas that offer certifications or degrees in trades such as HVAC, welding, manufacturing, and auto repair.

The language on Texas ballots reads: “The constitutional amendment providing for the creation of the permanent technical institution infrastructure fund and the available workforce education fund to support the capital needs of educational programs offered by the Texas State Technical College System.”

Opponents of the measure say they have concerns about enshrining this amendment in the state constitution. Supporters from several trade associations in manufacturing and construction believe it could help c

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