News Page

Higher Property Tax Bills for Tarrant Taxpayers: School Districts

May 4, 2020

With 2 million Texans now unemployed, data from the Tarrant Appraisal District shows—with few exceptions—more growth overall in homeowners’ average 2019 property tax bills from school districts, despite the passage of tax reform.

Runoff Review: Garrett and Vasut Compete for Bonnen’s Seat

May 3, 2020

Unlike many runoff elections across the state, House District 25’s runoff election features two candidates with experience being on the ballot, winning campaigns, and serving in elected office.

Runoff Review: Incumbent Dan Flynn Faces Bryan Slaton Head-To-Head

May 2, 2020

In Texas’ House District 2, a runoff election is on the horizon—an often perilous situation for incumbents.

Disgraced Judge Rudy Delgado Requests Early Release From Prison

May 1, 2020

The imprisoned judge cites fear for his health due to the coronavirus in asking for his extremely early release.

National Republicans Look to … Joe Straus?

May 1, 2020

During his tenure, Straus lost 18 seats in the Texas House since the 2010 tea party wave and even managed to lose seats after redistricting, despite holding a Republican majority.

Hegar: State Sales Tax Collections Down Nearly 10 Percent

May 1, 2020

“The impact of rising unemployment and contracting economic activity in many parts of the state’s economy, including oil and natural gas exploration and production, likely will act as a drag on sales tax revenue for many months.”