“Equity, under the corrupted new meaning, calls for government to dispense unequal treatment in order to achieve equal outcomes.”
Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying
Texas Education Conference Hosts Presentation on ‘How to Respond’ to ‘Controversies in the Classroom’
“This is the largest convening of Texas public education decision-makers.”
Will the Texas Association of School Boards Continue Fighting Against Parents?
“Parents should be empowered to choose the best school to meet the needs of their child.”
Texas Senate to Study Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying in Preparation for 2023 Session
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick released the Senate’s interim charges on Monday.
Lawmakers Let Liberal School Boards Lobby Against Texans on Taxpayers’ Dime
The Texas Legislature has repeatedly failed to protect parents, students, and taxpayers from liberal lobbyists at the state’s school board association.
State Rep. Paddie Censured by Harrison County GOP
The resolution cites 18 grievances, which include Paddie’s alleged opposition to Republican Party of Texas legislative priorities and lack of consideration of such items in the committee he chairs.
Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller Calls on Abbott to Expand His Special Session Agenda
Includes a request for property tax reform and school choice, as well as bans on gender mutilation and taxpayer-funded lobbying.
87th Session Autopsy Reports, State
Autopsy Report: Taxpayers to Reluctantly Continue to Fund Lobbyists
Even with overwhelming bi-partisan support of ending the practice, lawmakers chose petty politics over good policy.
Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying Failed Officials Who Support It
Not only do citizens oppose the practice, but it also failed on important issues of two of Texas’ largest cities.
87th Legislative Session: An Overview
The 140 days of the legislative session have concluded. What did—and did not—get accomplished?