Governor Abbott Announces New Chief Of School Safety And Security
Governor Greg Abbott announced John P. Scott as the new Chief of School Safety and Security within the Texas Education Agency, starting October 3. Following the shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Governor Abbott directed TEA to create the position of Chief of School Safety and Security within the agency to serve as a recognized expert on school security and public safety issues and a resource to school districts and the legislature.
School Safety as a Possible Emergency Item During the 88(R) Session
During the September 30 debate between Governor Abbott and gubernatorial candidate Beto O’Rourke, Abbott said he would make “school safety” an emergency item in the next legislative session.