Center for Public Policy Priorities
October 1, 2019
The Bureau of Economic Analysis recently released data on personal income levels for Texans for the second quarter of 2019. The data show Texas as
Texans are about to start hearing more about a state income tax. Here’s why. During the most recent state legislative session in Austin, lawmakers passed
As CPPP observes Memorial Day and the 2019 Texas Legislative session wraps up, we offer three “Top 5” lists to provide some perspective on lawmakers’
As lawmakers prepare to vote, CPPP offers these final thoughts As soon as tonight, lawmakers are poised to approve major school finance reforms that CPPP
Tying the hands of cities and counties won’t make the needs of Texans disappear The Texas Senate and the Texas House are scheduled to vote
Earning a high school degree or credential is a critical step toward Texans accessing opportunities that will allow them to provide for their families and
In early April, Governor Abbott, Lieutenant Governor Patrick and Speaker Bonnen announced that they will support a proposal to raise sales taxes to limit property
Educating 5.4 million Texas public school students is a critically important responsibility. All of us benefit directly or indirectly from public education, and it’s our