Property Tax Relief a Priority for GOP Leaders, But Approaches Differ
State lawmakers are once again prioritizing the issue of property tax relief. However, leaders in the Texas House and Texas Senate are offering different approaches to the subject. State Representative Morgan Meyer, Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, has authored House Bill 8, which provides $2.8 billion in property tax relief in the form […]
“Building a Stronger Texas”: Abbott Announces Emergency Items at State of the State Address
Speaking behind a podium emblazoned with the words “Building a Stronger Texas,” Governor Greg Abbott delivered his State of the State address Sunday night. During his speech, Abbott announced seven emergency items: property tax relief, water infrastructure, teacher pay raises, expanding career training, school choice, bail reform, and the creation of the Texas Cyber Command. By designating these subjects as emergency items, […]
Abbott Endorses Gonzales in CD 23 Runoff
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has weighed in on the upcoming Republican primary runoff in Congressional District 23, releasing a statement endorsing Congressman Tony Gonzales for re-election. Gonzales faces YouTube and social media personality Brandon Herrera in the runoff next month. Abbott’s endorsement carried significant weight in Republican primaries last month, with the vast majority of candidates […]