Testimony in Opposition to HB 274 and HJR 86
View this testimony as a PDF. Every Texan stands in strong opposition to HB 274 and HJR 86, which seek to strip the City of Austin — and its nearly
Luis Figueroa
March 19, 2025
Our Testimony at the Texas Legislature
Social Justice Requires Public Policy.
We envision a Texas where people of all backgrounds can fulfill their potential and contribute to our community.
Unfortunately, too many Texans can’t access the conditions they need to thrive — good health care, education, and jobs.
One of the most effective ways to make sure every Texan has access to these conditions is to strengthen public policy. And that’s where we focus our work: We strengthen public policy to expand opportunity and equity for every Texan.
Testimony to the Senate Committee on Health and Human Services Against SB 379
View this testimony as a PDF. Chair Kolkhorst, Vice Chair Perry, and esteemed committee members — I appreciate the opportunity to testify today. My name is Amber O’Connor, and I
Amber O'Connor
March 18, 2025
Testimony to House Committee on Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Against HB 32
View this testimony as a PDF. Every Texan believes that social justice requires public policy. Since its founding in 1985, Every Texan has leveraged public policy to expand opportunity and
Shannon Halbrook
March 13, 2025
No Chance at Choice: Vouchers Violate Texan Values
View this testimony as a PDF. When the framers of the Texas Constitution created our biennial Legislature in 1876, they considered the need to protect Texans from the meddling of
Jaime Puente
March 11, 2025
Testimony to the House Public Education Committee in Support of HB 2
View this testimony as a PDF. Every Texan is an independent public policy organization that uses data and analysis to advocate for solutions that enable Texans of all backgrounds to
Chandra Kring Villanueva
March 6, 2025
Testimony to House Ways and Means Committee Against HB 8
View this testimony as a PDF. Every Texan is an independent policy research organization that advocates for equity-focused policies to help all Texans reach their full potential. We believe our
Shannon Halbrook
March 5, 2025
Testimony to House Delivery of Government Efficiency (DOGE) Committee
View this testimony as a PDF. Every Texan is an independent public policy organization that uses data and analysis to advocate for solutions that enable Texans of all backgrounds to
Shannon Halbrook
March 5, 2025
Testimony to House Ways and Means Committee
View this testimony as a PDF. Every Texan is an independent policy research organization that advocates for equity-focused policies to help all Texans reach their full potential. We believe our
Shannon Halbrook
February 27, 2025
Testimony to the House Appropriations Sub-Committee on Article II
View this testimony as a PDF. Every Texan (formerly CPPP) appreciates the opportunity to submit recommendations and comments on Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) for the House Appropriations
Luis Figueroa
February 26, 2025
Testimony to the Senate K-16 Education Committee “On” SB 26
View this testimony as a PDF. Every Texan is an independent public policy organization that uses data and analysis to advocate for solutions that enable Texans of all backgrounds to
Chandra Kring Villanueva
February 24, 2025
Testimony to Senate Local Government Committee on SB 4
View this testimony as a PDF. Every Texan is an independent public policy organization that uses data and analysis to advocate for solutions that enable Texans of all backgrounds to
Shannon Halbrook
February 13, 2025
Testimony to Senate Finance Committee on SB 1 – Texas Education Agency
View this testimony as a PDF. Every Texan is an independent public policy organization that uses data and analysis to advocate for solutions that enable Texans of all backgrounds to
Chandra Kring Villanueva
February 10, 2025
Key Achievements
- Prevented budget cuts to Medicaid and CHIP, prevented large drops in health care coverage, and reduced the number of uninsured Texans
- Organized a coordinated statewide effort to ensure a full and accurate 2020 Census, establishing ourselves as the leading voice of coverage of Texas in the Census
- Guaranteed paid sick days for Austin workers and squashed the sales tax swap
- Promoted racial and ethnic equity and exposed barriers to economic opportunity
- Worked closely with leaders from both parties to boost financial support for Texas students as one of the handful of Texas organizations with a deep understand of public school funding formulas
What you can do now to make your voice heard in TX
Register to vote and learn about what’s on your ballot:
Get familiar with your Texas Representatives:
- Find out who represents you
- Make sure they know what issues matter to you – call, email, or reach out to them on social media!
