A proposed 12-cent tax rate increase will appear on the general election ballot in November.
Local Spending
Harris County Budget Deficit Hits $200 Million
The deficit sparked debate over cost-saving measures and funding priorities during a Commissioners Court special session.
Manor ISD Officials Place Bond Propositions on November Ballot
Voters will consider three different bond propositions totaling nearly $385 million.
Officials Consider Large Tax Increases in Travis County
Both the Travis County Commissioners Court and the Austin City Council are proposing tax increases for flood repairs.
Plano City Council Approves Federally Funded Community Grant Requests
The HUD funds are distributed to cities for housing and public service programs.
Despite Local Pleas, Southwest Texas Judge Hasn’t Removed Scandal-Plagued Auditor
Kinney County commissioners have called for Cheryll Jones’ removal, providing a laundry list of allegations.
Harris County Taxpayers Foot $1.1 Million Bill for Illegal Alien Legal Defense
Thus far in fiscal year 2025, Harris County has spent $1,141,056 on legal services for illegal aliens.
Harris County Commissioners Seek Details on Judge Hidalgo’s Proposed Child Care Tax
Hidalgo is advocating to raise local taxes to keep spending on programs that were federally subsidized by COVID-era disaster funds.
Harris County Official Disputes $1 Billion Flood Bond Discrepancies
A spokesperson for the flood control district said the discrepancy claims “are inaccurate and based on misinterpretations.”
City of Austin Unveils Another Record-Setting Budget
The proposal comes as the Legislature is set to consider local spending caps.