The appropriations articles relating to general government-Articles I, VI, VII, VIII and X-provide policymakers perhaps the best opportunity to examine Texas government agencies and functions for areas that are duplicative, unnecessary, or outside the proper scope of government.
Local Government
Higher Taxes on the Horizon: City of Kemp
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 14, 2026