It takes clarity, vision, and leadership to responsibly prepare a biennial budget for the State of Texas. Legislators are called to make difficult decisions that affect the lives of 24 million Texans. In that spirit, we offer these guidelines for drafting the 2010-11 state budget, aimed at promoting the necessary economic conditions for a strong and vibrant Texas.
Local Government
Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying
FACT SHEET: Understanding Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying Taxpayer-funded lobbying (TFL) is a complex and unfortunate feature of state and local governance. While lobbying is typically associated with private interest groups attempting to influence government decisions, taxpayer-funded lobbying flips this model: it involves government entities themselves using public funds to influence legislative outcomes. The Texas Public Policy Foundation’s...
May 1, 2026