Operational control of the Texas–Mexico border requires a combination of infrastructure, intelligence, technology, and law enforcement personnel. It is time for Texas to get that combination right. Key points Texas is expending substantial public resources for what is essentially a federal responsibility. To date, state border security efforts remain limited to deter large numbers of...
Worldwide, a child dies every 90 seconds from water-borne illnesses. Yet Americans can turn on faucets and fill glasses with water largely unafraid—and unaware—of the many diseases borne by contaminated water. In February 2021, however, Texans all became aware of the importance of clean water as pipes froze and water treatment plants were without power....
In theory, the Texas Public Information Act is a powerful tool that allows Texans to probe their government’s dealings. However, in practice, the law falls short due, in part, to the absence of any meaningful accountability mechanism. Key points The Texas Public Information Act (TPIA) sets forth an aspirational framework to guarantee the public’s right...