View this testimony as a PDF. Working families contribute greatly to Texas’ economy. The Unemployment Insurance (UI) program provides protection to all workers during economic downturns and unanticipated layoffs. The
Twitter Facebook Linkedin Project Labor Agreements (PLAs) are agreements between multiple parties used to set the terms and conditions of employment on major projects. Since World War I, PLAs have
Twitter Facebook Linkedin From Amarillo to McAllen, all Texans value our families and our freedom. Yet, most working Texans do not have the financial freedom or the choice to stay
Twitter Facebook Linkedin This report spotlights the voices of state workers, who share their experiences navigating unprecedented and historic staff turnover. The report finds that: Low pay is the primary
Twitter Facebook Linkedin Raising Wages and Protections for Workers Lifts All Texans How Higher Wages Drive Our Economic Progress Unless otherwise noted, this report relies on data from the Economic
Twitter Facebook Linkedin State of Working Texans 2024 Texas Is Powered by Working Families In Texas, there is more that unites us than divides us. Every Texan, regardless of background,
Twitter Facebook Linkedin When we provide Texans access to well-funded public resources, fair wages, and dignified jobs, we create a state where everyone can thrive. The responsibility to ensure shared
Twitter Facebook Linkedin The Texas Workforce Is Resilient and Undervalued Texas Leaders Must Champion Dignified Jobs for the Well-Being of Families Texans deserve a prosperous future where our efforts allow
Texas Workers Want Unions Unionized Workers Build Shared Prosperity for All of Us May 1, celebrated as May Day or International Workers’ Day, is a tribute to the relentless efforts
Texas Is the Tale of Two Economies Working Texas Families Are Worth Our Fair Share of Economic Abundance While our state’s economy thrives across various production metrics, the benefits are
