Government spending crowds out private sector spending, diminishing the private economy’s rate of growth and costing Texans jobs. In other words, increased government spending makes citizens poorer because it takes their money now, while also reducing their future income and employment prospects. This fact is at the heart of the debate about whether or not Texas should accept federal stimulus money.
Election Integrity
Ban Foreign Funding in Ballot Propositions
Despite federal laws prohibiting foreign funding of candidate elections, foreign individuals and entities are still able to fund campaigns related to state and local ballot initiatives in multiple jurisdictions, creating a loophole that hostile foreign actors can exploit to influence American elections. Key points: Federal law prohibits foreign nationals from contributing to candidate campaigns or...
April 6, 2026