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SB 15 Is a Step Backwards for Hard Working Texans
In the absence of state action, local jurisdictions across Texas have listened to the needs of their constituents and responded to calls to pass local ordinances that seek to raise
HB 285 Would Increase Hunger in Texas
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as the food stamp program, is the largest program for preventing hunger in our state. In Texas, SNAP helps nearly 3.8 million
Do jobs in your Texas community pay enough?
Though our state is a national leader in job creation, too many Texas jobs don’t pay enough to support a family. Today, CPPP analyst Jonathan Lewis testified in the House
Texans Who Can’t Pay Student Loans Shouldn’t Lose Professional Licenses
College students now regularly face choices between taking on greater amounts of debt, working longer hours in part-time jobs, or going without food, books or housing to cover their growing
Grading the New School Finance Plan from Texas House Democrats
Money matters in education, and it’s good to see proposals at the Texas Capitol to boost support to the 5.4 million public school students in our state. Governor Abbott declared
Top Highlights as Surprise Billing Protections Turn 10
It’s been 10 years since the Texas Legislature passed the nation’s first system to let consumers challenge surprise medical bills! In 2009, HB 2256 by Sen. Kelly Hancock set up
A Better Way to Do Free College in Texas
Higher education is a critical driver of economic progress and family financial stability in Texas. However, the cost of higher education has been consistently increasing while the Texas Legislature has
Why SB 2 & HB 2 Are the Wrong Approach to the Property Tax Puzzle
The Texas Senate may soon vote on SB 2, a misguided proposal that would limit the ability of cities and counties to decide how much to devote to police, fire,
Why Is Texas Investing Less and Expecting Better College Graduation Rates?
“Degrees of Debt: What to Do About Rising College Debt in Texas” is a three-part data series by the Center for Public Policy Priorities. Part 1/3 Part 2: Don’t Forget Financial Aid
Don’t Forget Financial Aid for Non-Traditional Students
“Degrees of Debt: What to Do About Rising College Debt in Texas” is a three-part data series by the Center for Public Policy Priorities. Part 2/3 Part 1: Why Is
College Students Left to Fend for Themselves as State Support Declines
“Degrees of Debt: What to Do About Rising College Debt in Texas” is a three-part data series by the Center for Public Policy Priorities. Part 3/3 Part 1: Why Is Texas Investing