By diverting a share of the resources used to imprison non-violent probationers who may be reformed with better supervision and drug treatment, the state can save taxpayers’ money and produce more effective outcomes for offenders, victims, and communities.
Taxes & Spending
Just the Facts: Local Government Spending
Despite billions in property tax relief provided by recent state legislatures, Texans’ property tax bills continue to increase due to unrestricted spending at the local level. Key points: City and county government spending continues to outstrip increases in both population and inflation. While the state government has constitutional and statutory spending limits, local governments do...
August 10, 2026