City of Haslet gushed goodies at taxpayers’ expense to bring Amazon to North Texas.
Corporate Welfare
It’s Time to End the Corporate Welfare Arms Race
Local governments are in a constant battle over which one can dole out more tax-funded resources to private industry, and it needs to stop.
Keller Debates Wasteful Corporate Welfare
Keller City Council to consider giving businesses tax dollars for something that’s free.
PGA Receives $160 Million in Incentive Handouts
The price to lure the organization here, however, was steep: a head-turning $160 million in various local and state incentives.
NY Governor Admits TX Business Climate is Superior
Governor Cuomo on Amazon deal: ‘If we do nothing, they’re going to Texas.’
Foreign Corporation Bribed With Millions of Texas Taxpayer Dollars
The failures of incentives are widely reported, namely in producing the quantity and quality of jobs promised, but also the resulting higher taxes on locals.
The Secret Costs of Luring Amazon HQ2 to Texas
Incentives and tax breaks can add up to billions, leaving existing taxpayers and businesses on the hook.
Shaheen Says He’ll Focus on Property Tax Reform, Abolishing Film Subsidies Next Session
Matt Shaheen of Plano will focus on property tax reform, abolishing film subsidies next session.
Austin City Council Moves Forward on Soccer Handouts
The city could potentially deal away millions of taxpayer dollars for a soccer stadium.
Austin to Consider Massive Deal for MLS Stadium
Amidst an affordability crisis, the City of Austin could decide to give away taxpayer money to a professional soccer team.