Although the two budget proposals are mostly at parity, including on school choice, they differ in how tax relief and broader education funding are allocated.
Texas Budget
Senate Legislation Would Create Database for School Bonds, Taxes, and Bond Projects
The proposal comes amid concerns from the grassroots that additional transparency is needed regarding bond elections.
Comptroller Reveals $23.76 Billion Surplus That Could Be Returned to Texas Taxpayers
Of the $194.6 billion available for general-purpose spending, $176.4 billion comes from general revenue-related funds, and $23.76 billion is in surplus.
First Ever State Flood Plan Released by Water Development Board
The Flood Plan is estimated to cost nearly $50 billion.
Study: Texas’ Financial Transparency Has Worsened Since 2019
The largest factor is the state’s inclusion of misleading or confusing deferred items in its latest financial reports.
Texas Public Policy Foundation Announces Legislative Priorities for 2025
The priorities include school choice, border security, and public safety.
Texas Universities Fund Courses on Witches and Black Magic
The Texas University Fund will allocate millions of additional funds to research, but some money could go to non-essential courses.
Texas House Rejects Record-setting Property Tax Relief
The Republican-controlled chamber killed an amendment that would have provided $20 billion of property tax relief.
‘Historic’ Surplus Offers Opportunity for Tax Cuts, No-Growth Budget
Taxpayer advocates say Texas lawmakers have a decision to make.
In Their Own Words: Texas GOP House Reps on $27B Surplus
With an unexpected $27 billion in surplus funds, Texas Scorecard asked all Republican members of the Texas House how they plan to allocate this taxpayer money.