Special Reports
Lottery
Border Fight
Education
Texas Scorecard
Explore Texas state news, reporting, government data, investigations and citizen journalism that put citizens first.
Local Officials Write Your Property Tax Bill
Not all the blame rests on the appraisal districts.
Task Force Considers Elimination of the School Property Tax
The Legislature must begin to explore ways to phase out and ultimately eliminate the Maintenance &...
Eliminate School Property Taxes? Yes!
We all know the time is long overdue to rip the poisonous weed of property taxes out of the state's economic...
Not the Legislature’s Business
Most Texans are worried about how they are going to pay next year's property taxes, or are concerned about how the new business income tax is going to affect their job. The Legislature? Well, their taking time next week to listen to Dallas Cowboy's owner Jerry Jones...
Should Texas and Local Governments Use Tax Dollars to Subsidize Housing?
The Texas Dept. of Housing and Community Affairs may spend $30.9 million in public funds on renovating apartment complexes in Northwest Houston to serve as low income housing. Meanwhile, Austin approved $55 million in bonds for so-called affordable housing, but should...
Texas Senate Passes Bill Responding to Austin’s Homeless Hotels, ‘Lack of Responsibility’
“Let there be no mistake, the Austin City Council and Mayor Adler have completely failed the homeless with the policies they have enacted in Austin.”
U.S. Rep. Kevin Brady Will Not Seek Re-Election
The senior Republican made the announcement at a Woodlands Chamber of Commerce conference.
Homeowners’ Wallets Still Hit by City and County Property Tax Growth
Property tax reform didn’t deliver property tax relief in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.
Parental Right to Second Medical Opinion Passes House, Heads to Senate
Child Protective Services reforms stemming from the Drake Pardo case continue to march forward.
Phelan’s Approach to Emergency Powers Reform Stalls, While Senate Moves
The Texas Pandemic Response Act was heard on March 11 in House State Affairs Committee. More than a month later, it has yet to move.
Texas House to Vote on Constitutional Carry Legislation for First Time
Similar legislation has yet to move in the Texas Senate.
Senate Committee Meets to Discuss No-Knock Warrants
Police officers and police unions varied in support or opposition, as well as members of law enforcement working with West on the bill.
Despite Health Evidence, School District May Continue Forcing Masks on Kids
“It’s time to pivot to data-driven decisions when it comes to requiring children to wear a mask.”
Texas AG: 170K+ People Illegally Crossed Border in March
President Joe Biden has been implementing policies to allow more illegal immigrants—including cartel members, sex traffickers, and criminals—into the country.
Not the Legislature’s Business
Most Texans are worried about how they are going to pay next year's property taxes, or are concerned about...
Should Texas and Local Governments Use Tax Dollars to Subsidize Housing?
The Texas Dept. of Housing and Community Affairs may spend $30.9 million in public funds on renovating...
Geren’s Obfuscation
State Rep. Charlie Geren of Fort Worth wants it both ways. While he doesn't want his constituents to know about his anti-taxpayer ways, but he also says he isn't to worried about being seen as a government-growing spendoholic. Scoring just 45% on the TFR Index, Geren...
Longing For The Days Of Yore
He misses the days when unabashed liberals ran the Texas Legislature. In fact, he just cannot stand how bad it is now that conservatives are (nominally, anyway) in charge. The funny thing is that State Rep. Delwin Jones of Lubbock is a Republican. Though you wouldn't...
VIDEOS AND PODCASTS
No Results Found
The page you requested could not be found. Try refining your search, or use the navigation above to locate the post.
No Results Found
The page you requested could not be found. Try refining your search, or use the navigation above to locate the post.
No Results Found
The page you requested could not be found. Try refining your search, or use the navigation above to locate the post.
No Results Found
The page you requested could not be found. Try refining your search, or use the navigation above to locate the post.
No Results Found
The page you requested could not be found. Try refining your search, or use the navigation above to locate the post.
No Results Found
The page you requested could not be found. Try refining your search, or use the navigation above to locate the post.