Members of the Texas House and Senate are now considering legislation to change the Permanent School Fund. Three proposed constitutional amendments, if adopted, would change who makes decisions about the fund, what the spending policy is and would expand the beneficiaries of the fund.
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