In 2007, Congress passed the Energy and Security Act, effectively ending the ability to purchase incandescent light bulbs. The Texas Legislature, however, passed legislation excluding Texas from the ban. Whatever unfolds, incandescent light bulbs should be allowed to compete in the marketplace-allowing the market to determine which bulb is best for American consumers.
Economy
Don’t Fence Me In: Tourism’s Role in Rural Economic Development
Editor’s Note: This is the latest part of a series on rural Texas and the challenges that rural Texans face. Over the next year, the Associated News Service will delve into the issues facing the Lone Star State’s 177 (out of 254) rural counties. AMARILLO—If you want to fall in love all over again with...
August 20, 2026