Sunset Commission staff recommendations for the PUC are solutions in search of a problem-a problem that doesn't exist. This is another example of how the Commission has forgotten its mission to identify and eliminate waste, duplication, and inefficiency.
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