Government policies influence people's decisions on whether, where, and how much to work, save, and invest, impacting the ability of states to retain and attract residents and businesses. Research has shown that pro-growth policies result in higher after-tax returns, increased economic activity, and an eventual improvement in overall state fiscal health.
Economy
Bringing Down the House (Price)
A decade ago, the typical Texas home value was about $181,000. Today, it’s ballooned to around $302,000. As home prices increase so too does the barrier to entry get higher. A recent study estimates it would take 7 years for a median-income Texas household to save up for a 20% down payment. But you don’t...
July 16, 2026