AUSTIN – Texans For Greg Abbott released a new fifteen second digital ad. This ad draws upon the same themes of Texans For Greg Abbott’s “Brighter Future” television ad, which highlights Governor Abbott’s commitment to strengthening Texas’ education and foster care systems.
This ad will run statewide on Facebook video, digital network pre-roll video, in-app video, as well as OTT/CTV platforms.
To view the ad click the link below.
SCRIPT:
NARRATOR: Governor Greg Abbott is making sure every child has a future in Texas. He increased funding for early education so children can succeed in reading and math. And Governor Abbott reformed a broken foster care and child protective system – keeping kids safe, giving them a brighter future. Greg Abbott, Governor.
AD FACTS:
“He Increased Funding For Early Education So Children Can Succeed In Reading And Math.”
- “The General Appropriations Act, Article III, Rider 78, was passed by the 85th Texas Legislature, 2017, and signed by Governor Abbott on June 12, 2017. Rider 78 ensures that state-funded prekindergarten programs implement high-quality prekindergarten consistent with the High-Quality Prekindergarten program requirements in Texas Education Code (TEC) §29.167 – 29.171 and consistent with the provisions of TEC Chapters 41 and 42. These requirements include use of a curriculum aligned with the Texas Prekindergarten Guidelines, increased prekindergarten teacher training and/or qualifications, implementation of student progress monitoring, program evaluation and development of a family engagement plan.” (Texas Education Agency)
“And Governor Abbott Reformed A Broken Foster Care And Child Protective System – Keeping Kids Safe, Giving Them A Brighter Future.”
- “Gov. Greg Abbott signed four bills Wednesday reforming the state’s beleaguered child welfare system, one of his priorities of the legislative session just ended.” (Austin American Statesman, June 1, 2017)