Earlier today, the House passed HB 2560 by Rep. Bill Zedler, which would require school districts to post their check registers online. This action will increase the transparency of school spending; reduce the number, cost, and staff time associated with open records requests for this information; and promote more responsible allocation of taxpayer dollars. The Foundation’s Brooke Terry worked closely with Zedler’s office on the legislative language for this bill.
Property Tax Relief in Texas: Plan to Eliminate School M&O Property Tax
Texas’ property tax system has turned property holders into renters, where government is their landlord and Texans who struggle to pay annual tax bills face confiscation of their properties. Additionally, the growth of government is harming taxpayers and the economy through higher taxes and more regulation. For example, Eddie Wilson owns the landmark Austin restaurant...