Keeping Texas Competitive

An Overview of the Business Franchise Tax: 2023 – 2027

Texas’s business franchise tax is costly, complicated, and time-consuming to observe. Its negative and distortionary effects should motivate policymakers to eliminate it entirely. Key points: Because of the substantial costs, large and small business owners can often spend more on compliance than on paying the franchise tax itself. Phasing out or repealing the tax altogether...

Going Rogue: How Radical, Reformist Prosecutors Are Endangering Public Safety

Rogue prosecutors refuse to enforce laws, undermining accountability and public trust. Texas lawmakers must act to ensure consistent enforcement of laws, strengthen oversight, and restore faith in the justice system. Key Points

Above & Beyond, 2017 Annual Report

The 2017 annual report "Above & Beyond" highlights the Texas Public Policy Foundation's impact, outreach, and finances in 2017. 2017 TPPF Annual Report by texaspolicy on Scribd