Texans pay the third highest level of state and local telecom transaction taxes in the nation. This brief examines the facts about Texas’ high rate, identifying over $382 million in telecommunications tax cuts that could be implemented by the 80th Texas Legislature.
Resourcing Texas Local Courts for Border-Related Crimes
The border crisis has called for record funding to resource Texas courts along the border to ensure that illegal aliens receive proper adjudication and courts can maintain their caseloads. As the increase in illegal immigration persists, local courts will continue to require additional resources, personnel, and funding. This research uncovers what resources have been allocated...