Texas is a national leader in relying on the free market to increase prosperity within its borders. It has arrived at this point because it has relied on the Texas Model of economic development—low taxes, spending, and regulation and a sound civil justice system—more than the traditional, or technocratic, approach where government planners decide what is best for the economy.
Local Government
Reinvigorating Federalism and Fiscal Discipline in Texas: Establishing the Office of State Sovereignty
Texas governments received $84.3 billion in federal funding in 2023, raising concerns over financial dependency and regulatory consequences. Creating an Office of State Sovereignty to monitor the application, receipt, and conditions of this aid could mitigate fiscal risk and improve transparency. Key points: Texas lacks a centralized system to oversee federal grants potentially flowing to...
September 9, 2026