Texas Senate weighs how much to allocate to school safety

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Texas lawmakers are weighing whether $760 million is enough to enhance school safety.

Texas Education Agency Commissioner Mike Morath told lawmakers he does not believe placing a police officer on every campus is a realistic solution. His comments come as the state considers how to allocate funds from its nearly $24 billion budget surplus.

The debate follows increased efforts to improve school security in the wake of recent incidents, with officials exploring various measures to protect students and staff.

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