Texas’ outdated pursuit of “affordability” over fairness and solvency in insurance regulation over the last 10 years has been found to be wasteful and expensive-delaying innovation and reducing competition-leaving both consumers and taxpayers at risk. This paper provides four recommendations for modernizing insurance regulation in Texas.
Economy
Sen. Tan Parker: Texas Must Win the “Space Race” for AI
State Sen. Tan Parker used a recent appearance on The Arena with Greg Sindelar to argue that Texas is entering a decisive period—one in which cyber defense, artificial intelligence, financial markets, transportation and traditional family values will determine whether the state continues to lead the country. Parker framed public service as “ministry” and said his...
May 5, 2026