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TEC Considering Pay Raise for Lawmakers
At their meeting Friday in Austin, the Texas Ethics Commission will consider increasing lawmakers’ compensation, a move that will also make it easier for lobbyists to wine and dine them. The TEC is debating an increase in the per diem, a daily stipend that lawmakers...
GOP Caucus Again Betrayed by Straus
Ever since the failure of House Speaker Joe Straus' plan to appoint a far-left extremist to the Texas Ethics Commission the pressure has been on the Texas House Republican Caucus to hold him accountable for his choice. But instead of stepping up to the plate, there...
Keffer Comes Out As A Liberal
Now that he doesn't have to lie to his constituents and pretend to be a conservative, a disgraced out-going member of the House Republican leadership has joined the board of a far-left think tank that advocates for ObamaCare and Planned Parenthood funding. State Rep....
TPPF: Protect the ESF
With spend-happy politicians already clamoring to use the state’s upcoming budget shortfall as an opportunity to drain the state’s savings account, the Texas Public Policy Foundation is reminding lawmakers of the importance of saving for emergencies. In a white paper...
Patrick Names Senate’s Top Reform Priorities
Before a large crowd in Northeast Tarrant County, Texas’ Lt. Governor laid out several of his key reform priorities for the upcoming 85th legislative session. The first item was to address Texas’ skyrocketing property taxes. With the vast majority of local officials...
The Woodlands Should Plan Ahead for Future Self-Governance
Under the threat of forced annexation by Houston, many community leaders in The Woodlands have argued that the township should begin exploring the steps needed to incorporate if it becomes necessary. The master planned community currently has a unique form of...
Use Social Media to increase Attendance at Property Tax Hearings
Prior to social media, it was difficult for citizens to put forth opposing views to a tax increase unless traditional media was willing to “speak out” against the entity. However, with social media, we have a voice and we need to learn how to use it effectively. We...
Steady Drumbeat to Spend State Savings
With many anticipating a budgetary shortfall when lawmakers return to Austin, many liberal legislators have been advocating for tapping the state’s Economic Stabilization Fund – commonly referred to as the “rainy day fund.” Just last month House Speaker Joe Straus...
Tax Election Shows Midlanders Want Reform, First
With 63-percent of voters rejecting a 5-cent tax increase, Midland residents sent a clear message to MISD’s leadership on Saturday: show us reform first. The 9-percent voter turnout alone showed that Midlanders are paying attention and holding the district...