The price to lure the organization here, however, was steep: a head-turning $160 million in various local and state incentives.
Corporate Welfare
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.
Cedar Park, Stop Picking Favorites
Only a privileged few businesses are receiving perks from the city.
Ending Corporate Welfare Could Allow Texas to Slash Taxes, New Study Shows
A new study by the Mercatus Center at George Mason University has shown just how much Texans could save in taxes if corporate welfare was eliminated.
Mayor of Frisco May Profit Off PGA Deal
Sources say Mayor Jeff Cheney will recuse himself from voting on a taxpayer-funded development, due to a conflict of interest.