NEWS

Zimmerman Sues Adler Over Ballot Language
The Councilmember rightfully argues that the ballot language brought to voters was confusing and misleading.

Cities Make Regulations Harder For Uber Than Taxis
Cities across the state of Texas are adopting regulations making it harder on innovative industries, such as ridesharing.

Hillary Clinton? Not in Texas
Texas’ Democrats could again have a vibrant party… if they rejected the socialist, anti-Texas agenda of their national party.

Austin Increases Revenue Dedication for Housing Subsidies
In a grand irony, the City of Austin has increased its subsidization of a problem that its reckless spending habit is largely responsible for creating.

Midland ISD to Add Tax Increase to November’s Ballot
Amidst budget issues, Midland ISD Trustees announced that they plan to ask the community for a property tax increase. The rate has yet to be set but, according to officials, could be as high as $1.17 – the highest maintenance and operations rate allowed by the state.

The Need for Real Budget Reform
Unless the Legislature passes commonsense budgeting reforms, the state’s spending problems will only get worse.

Texas Republicans Overwhelmingly Favor Repealing In-State Tuition for Illegal Immigrants
The simple language, which reads “We oppose in-state college tuition for illegal aliens,” was supported by over 95% of the convention delegates.

Taxpayer Guide to Property Taxation
The simple truth about property taxes is that local officials—not appraisal boards—control how much your tax...

Texas House Committee On Pensions Houston Hearing
The Texas House Committee on Pensions made a stop in Houston allowing taxpayers and officials to voice their concerns over the legislatures role in pension reform.

Local Government Hydra Threatens Texas Liberties
A battle is brewing between the multi-headed monster of local governments and some in the legislature seeking to protect the rights of citizens.

Faith and Freedom
“Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall! …this wall will fail. For it cannot withstand faith; it cannot withstand truth. The wall cannot withstand freedom.”

Cole Lyle: Beyond the Call of Duty
“God will put me where He wants me.”