“It’s all about government spending.”
State Spending
Lawmakers Pencil In $15 Billion for Property Tax Relief
Analysts say draft budget “is a great start.”
Texas House and Senate Begin 2024-2025 Budget Process
Both the House and Senate budget drafts spend an unprecedented $130 billion in general revenue.
Lawmakers Splurge on Office Budgets
The Texas House voted for a 29 percent increase, while the Senate approved a 46 percent increase.
State Spending Limits Set Ahead of January Session
Lawmakers are expected to have $131 billion in general revenue appropriations for the 2024-2025 fiscal biennium, and a $27 billion surplus.
Everything Is Bigger in Texas—Including Property Taxes
A report shows that Texas property taxes are among the highest in the nation.
Will Lawmakers Give the $27B Surplus Back to Texas Taxpayers?
Historically, the Legislature has provided minimal tax relief in surplus years.
87th Session Autopsy Reports, State
Autopsy Report: Legislation Passed to Strengthen Spending Limits
Capping the growth of state spending at the rate of population plus inflation has been a priority of conservatives for years.
Bill to Strengthen Spending Limits Sent to Governor
Strengthening the state’s spending limit has long been a priority of conservatives.
87th Legislative Session: An Overview
The 140 days of the legislative session have concluded. What did—and did not—get accomplished?