With billions of dollars on the line, Texas lawmakers will this Session overhaul the way the state regulates telecommunications. The overhaul comes as part of the sunset of the Public Utilities Commission, the state agency responsible for regulating telephony services. This primer offers a tutorial on the issues, options and – most importantly – what’s at stake in making bad regulatory decisions.
Local Government
Examining Local Government Spending Trends From 2014 to 2023
City and county spending has outpaced growth in population and inflation, leading to an increase in the tax burden on Texan taxpayers. Key points: Local government spending continues to outstrip increases in both population and inflation. From 2014 to 2023, local government spending rose by 61.2%, whereas population and inflation increased by only 42.7%. Elevated...
March 6, 2026