Real change for our health care system means addressing the rising cost of health care and making it more accessible by taking actions to lower costs without incurring more government expenses or increasing the burden to taxpayers. The most effective way to do that is with a healthy dose of competition and free market forces.
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