How can taxpayers be confident their tax dollars are being spent wisely on public programs? How does the Legislature know whether or not an agency or program is benefittingthe public more than it is costing them? Answering these questions is not as simple as it may seem.
Local Government
Higher Taxes on the Horizon: City of Stephenville
Many city, county, and school district officials are right now deciding where to set tax rates for the next fiscal year. In some cases, these local decisions will push property taxes higher, creating new challenges for families struggling with affordability. Given the very real prospect of tax hikes on the horizon, now is the time...
September 3, 2026