A sound tax system is simple to understand, not overly costly to implement, and minimizes economic distortions. Compared to other states, Texas’ current tax system can be improved by repealing property taxes and replacing the revenues with a reformed sales tax.
Local Government
Higher Taxes on the Horizon: City of Mineral Wells
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 17, 2026