CPS Energy Needs to Pay its Winter Storm Uri Debt
This article originally appeared in the San Antonio Express-News here. It is being reposted with permission of the author. As Texas continues to reel from the fatal floods in the Hill Country, we are reminded of past natural disasters that Texas has endured and of...
The Index is Here. Who Fought for Taxpayers?
The 2025 Fiscal Responsibility Index by Texans for Fiscal Responsibility has officially launched, and taxpayers across the State are already diving into the scores and analysis. The Index is the go-to resource for understanding how Texas lawmakers vote to spend...
The Special Session Agenda: A Win for Texas Taxpayers
On July 9, Governor Greg Abbott announced a robust agenda for a special session of the 89th Texas Legislature, set to convene on July 21. The agenda, detailed in a proclamation, includes a range of priorities that resonate strongly with the pro-taxpayer and pro-family...
Press Release: TFR Praises Gov. Abbott’s Special Session Agenda
On Wednesday, July 9th, TFR shared the following Press Release regarding the announcement of Governor Greg Abbott's Special Session additional agenda items: Austin, TX — Texans for Fiscal Responsibility (TFR) today praised Governor Greg Abbott for including key...
Independence Day and the Calling of Freedom
As Texans gather to celebrate Independence Day, with fireworks lighting up the night sky and barbecues filling the air with the aroma of freedom, we are reminded of the principles that founded our nation: liberty, self-reliance, and the right to keep the fruits of our...
Killing Credit Access with Price Controls
Originally published at X.com. It has been republished here with permission of the Author. Imagine you're at the grocery store, using your rewards credit card to earn points for a future flight or cash back. But behind the scenes, lawmakers are pushing policies that...
A Closer Look at Some of the Taxpayer Victories from the 89th Legislative Session
The 89th Texas Legislative Session, which adjourned on June 2, 2025, left much to be desired for Texas taxpayers. Despite our relentless advocacy for limited government, reduced spending, and the elimination of oppressive taxes, the session saw persistent government...
Ginn Economic Brief: The Texas Budget Blowout Threatens the Texas Model
Despite strong fundamentals, Texas risks undermining its own success story. With the world’s 8th largest economy at $2.7 trillion, an expanding labor force, and a record-breaking 2.5 million jobs added since 2015, Texas continues to lead the nation in growth. But the...
Explainer: Did the Texas Legislature Really Spend $51 billion On Property Tax Relief This Session?
Executive Summary Gov. Greg Abbott recently signed property tax legislation passed this session by the Texas Legislature. Since then, quite a few Texas politicians have been claiming that the Legislature committed $50 billion or so property tax relief this session....