Texas’ previous corporate welfare program has been largely resurrected with a new name and some new guidelines.
Taxes
Appeals Court Sides With Taxpayers on Debt-Raising Constitutional Amendment
The 7th District Court of Appeals says a 2021 statewide constitutional amendment failed to inform voters of its tax implications.
Report: Biden Administration Funds Texas Drug Recovery Group Distributing Crack Pipes
The organization received $800,000 in federal grant money last year.
State Rep. Harrison Requests Investigation Into Texas A&M’s Payout
Harrison’s request follows the university’s decision to pay DEI proponent Kathleen McElroy—who voluntarily ended employment negotiations—$1 million.
Grassroots Challenger Announces Rematch Against State Rep. Stephanie Klick
The Fort Worth-area seat is currently held by incumbent Republican lawmaker Stephanie Klick.
Texas State Agency Hosts LGBT Trivia
Although the LGBT employee resource group holds their pride meetings during lunch break, they still use taxpayer-funded government-issued devices to partake in such events.
Texas Department of Transportation Uses Taxpayer Dollars to Fund ‘Wokeness’ in the Workplace
Internal documents reveal TxDOT directors have been pushing DEI-related policies and practices on their employees.
Houston City Falls Short On Promised Drainage Funding
The city has exploited a legal loophole to shortchange the drainage fund.
Texas Department of Transportation Attempts to Hide DEI-related Records
In an attempt to withhold records from the public, TxDOT has sent an open records request appeal to the Office of the Attorney General.
El Paso Implements Taxpayer-funded Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Board
For some Texans, these ordinances stand as a warning to the rest of the state to protect their children.