The Texas House voted for a 29 percent increase, while the Senate approved a 46 percent increase.
State Spending
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?
House Gives Initial Approval to Spending Limits Bill
The bill would cap the growth of state spending to that of population plus inflation.
Senate Passes Spending Limit Bill
In a win for fiscal conservatives, the bill would cap the growth of state spending at the rate of population plus inflation.
Local Government Cutting Spending Amid Coronavirus Shutdown
Due to falling tax revenues caused by shelter-in-place, North Richland Hills announced reductions in spending.