The May 21 higher education conference designed for regents appointed to the state’s major university systems explored the rising cost of higher education, the quality of higher education in Texas, and the roles and responsibilities of regents. This publication provides important resource information on each of those areas, as well as the solutions for how to strengthen higher education in Texas.
Election Integrity
Consolidating Elections to Increase Turnout and Save Taxpayer Dollars
Uniform election dates produce four main benefits: 1) higher voter turnout, 2) election administration cost savings, 3) decreased likelihood of special interests dominating a low-turnout election, and 4) reduced election worker burnout. Key points: Seven states require municipal elections to be consolidated with even-year federal election dates. This increases turnout and saves $29.5-129 million for...
March 20, 2026