The new program would replace the controversial Chapter 313 program opposed by Democrat and Republican activists.
Corporate Welfare
Schools and Big Business Lobby Senate Committee for New Corporate Welfare Program
Advocates for House Bill 5 said Texas needs a replacement for the defunct Chapter 313 program to maintain an economic advantage over other states.
Texas House Continues to Support More Corporate Welfare
Only 21 Republicans voted against a measure that shells out millions to the “woke” entertainment industry.
Texas House Delays Vote on Corporate Welfare Amid Conservative Opposition
“I can’t imagine a more blatant slap in taxpayers’ faces than this bill,” said Tim Hardin, president of Texans for Fiscal Responsibility.
Majority of House Members Indicate Support for More Corporate Welfare Handouts
Its future in the Senate, however, is much less certain.
Huffines Blasts Texas Lawmakers for Supporting Corporate Welfare Programs
The former state senator is pushing back against the proposed revival of the chapter 313 corporate welfare program.
Citizens Criticize Texas House’s New Corporate Welfare Program
“Texas taxpayers deserve better,” said Texans for Fiscal Responsibility President Tim Hardin.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott Signals Support for Casino Gambling
“A gaming version of the Great Wolf Lodge.”
Texas Lawmakers File Legislation to Open Casinos
The casino lobby in Texas has poured millions into lawmakers’ campaign coffers. Will it be enough?
In Competitive Texas House Race, Both Candidates Support Corporate Welfare
Yet both the Democrat and Republican party platforms oppose “economic incentive” programs like Chapter 313 property tax abatements.