Texas state and local governments are expected to spend $18 billion in federal economic stimulus or over $700 for every man, woman, and child in the state; but has all that government spending been worth it? To answer this we examine the growth and decline of some of the state’s major economic indicators since the stimulus came to Texas.
Taxes & Spending
Higher Taxes on the Horizon: City of Waller
Many city, county, and school district officials are right now deciding where to set tax rates for the next fiscal year. In some cases, these local decisions will push property taxes higher, creating new challenges for families struggling with affordability. Given the very real prospect of tax hikes on the horizon, now is the time...
August 13, 2026