Texas Scorecard

Houston Asks Court to Find Prop B Unconstitutional

In the ongoing saga between the mayor and the fire fighters, the city asked a court to deem Prob B unconstitutional.

By Charles Blain | 4 hours ago

Cody Weaver Declares for Plano ISD Board

Real estate professional Cody Weaver files to run for Plano ISD board of trustees.

By Erin Anderson | 9 hours ago

Texas Congressmen Sound Off on Surrender Deal

A number of them took to Twitter to explain their disappointment and reasoning for voting against the proposal.

By Cary Cheshire | 9 hours ago

Lily Bao Announces for Plano City Council

Community leader Lily Bao formally announces her candidacy for Plano City Council.

By Erin Anderson | 10 hours ago

Trump Declares Emergency over Border Wall

"We are going to confront the national security crisis on our southern border.”

By Brandon Waltens | 11 hours ago

Labor Unions Spent Millions in 2018 Elections

While still in the millions, labor union spending was down in Texas' 2018 election cycle.

By Charles Blain | 13 hours ago

Seliger Declares War on Taxpayers

State Sen. Kel Seliger is trying to kill property tax reform in the Texas Senate.

By Brandon Waltens | 15 hours ago

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Arlington’s Voter-Approved Term Limits Stand

District Judge throws out “ridiculous” lawsuit aimed to stop will of the people.

By Robert Montoya

Democrats File Bills to Allow School Districts to Raise Property Taxes

Despite Texas voters’ clamoring for property tax relief, Texas House Democrats are moving to make taxpayer burdens even worse.

By Cary Cheshire

Campbell Seeks to Rein in Soaring Superintendent Salaries

State Sen. Donna Campbell has filed legislation that would encourage transparency and accountability in the contracts of Texas’ public-school superintendents.

By Destin Sensky

What’s on May Municipal Ballots in the DFW Metroplex?

The filing deadline for local candidates is Friday, February 15.

By Erin Anderson

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Did Georgetown’s Mayor Threaten Reporter?

By Jacob Asmussen

After the mayor led the city into a financial disaster, one reporter claims she was threatened for exposing the truth.

Senate Republicans Surrender on Wall Funding, Trump to Declare Emergency

By Cary Cheshire

The bill provides only $1.375 billion in funding (enough to construct 55 miles), but also limits Trump’s ability to construct it.

Montgomery County Cancels Tax Funded Lobby Membership

By Reagan Reed

Commissioners vote to leave the Conference of Urban Counties, saving taxpayers over $17,000.

Texas Heartbeat Bill Gaining Support

By Brandon Waltens

Over 40 Republicans so far have united to stop abortion once a heartbeat is detected.

Commentary: Why Are We Forced to Pay Lobbyists Who Work Against Us?

By Ashley Whittenberger

While we’ve been busy working hard to pay taxes, local government lobbyists have been busy using our money to work against us.

Could Texas Do Away with Front License Plates?

By Brandon Waltens

19 states currently do not require dual license plates. Legislation filed in the Texas Senate could add Texas to that list.

Montgomery County Commissioners Endorse Property Tax Reform

By Reagan Reed

Commissioner Noack leads stand for taxpayers against other local politicians and lobbyists.

City of Dallas CFO: Property Tax Reform Threatens Public Safety

By Robert Montoya

State Sen. Hancock challenged the assertion, and defended voters having a voice in their property taxes.

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