One of the biggest problems facing the health care systemtoday is the emphasis on third party payment, which insulatesthe individual from the price of health care servicesand from important and personal health care decisions.Ensuring that health care prices are transparent encourages consumers to make more informed decisions, with greater sensitivity to price.
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