Houston Chronicle by Taylor Goldenstein 10/26/2021
A Texas House committee has initiated an investigation into Texas school districts to see if their libraries carry certain books on a range of subjects, from human sexuality to systemic racism.
The General Investigating Committee chair, Rep. Matt Krause, R-Fort Worth, wrote to the Texas Education Agency and a select group of superintendents, though it’s unclear which ones.
Krause, who is running in the Republican primary for Texas attorney general, declined a request for comment, saying it’s the panel’s policy not to talk about pending matters.
“The committee may initiate inquiries concerning any ‘matter the committee considers necessary for the information of the legislature or for the welfare and protection of state citizens,’” Krause wrote in the Oct. 25 letter, according to a copy obtained by Hearst Newspapers.
“In accordance with the Committee’s jurisdiction and my authority as Chairman, I am initiating an inquiry into Texas school district content.”
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