Wednesday’s Show: School Funding With Classes Cancelled, And The Impact On Hospitals (March 18, 2020)

On Wednesday’s Houston Matters: Since much of the funding Texas schools receive from the federal government is tied to standardized testing, Texas lawmakers have requested a waiver on that requirement. Houston Rep. Kevin Brady explains why the move is necessary. Also this hour: Dr. Marc Boom, president of the Houston Methodist Hospital System, outlines what many hospitals are facing right now. Then, we discuss the response to COVID-19 and other developments from Washington, Austin, and… Read More