Texas Comptroller Don Huffines is seeking a significant increase in funding for the state's private school voucher program. He is requesting a $1 billion increase to double the program's budget to over $2 billion. The comptroller cites growing demand and a swelling waitlist as reasons for the requested increase. Additionally, he notes that there are added costs for current participants in the program.

Further details about the voucher program and the comptroller's request are available. The request is intended to support the program's expansion due to increased interest.

The comptroller's proposal is aimed at addressing the growing need for the program's funding.