Since Medicaid was established by Congress in 1965, and in Texas in 1967, more than four decades of incremental policy expansion has created the largest government health program, providing benefits to more people and at a higher cost than even the Medicare program.
Taxes & Spending
Supermajority Solutions for Texas Taxpayers
Texas bond elections often pass with low voter turnout and simple majorities, driving up local debt as a result. Raising voter approval thresholds could protect taxpayers and ensure a stronger consensus for public spending. Key points: Even though tax relief has been funded at the state level, increased debt at the local level has led...
February 3, 2026