In 2024, Every Texan published the State of Working Texans, a four-part series offering an overview of the labor market with a focus on working Texans, low-income families, and people
Twitter Facebook Linkedin Texas’ Federal Workers Strengthen Our Communities and State Economy DOGE’s Slashing of the Federal Workforce Will Cost Texans From Amarillo to Harlingen, Texans value our freedom and
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 Every Texan recently participated in the Texas Climate Jobs’ Community Commission on Truth and Transparency on Texas’ Hydrogen Development. Our submission highlights existing trends, challenges, and barriers
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