Texas’ property tax burden-ranked 14th highest nationally by the Tax Foundation-continues to weigh heavily on homeowners and businesses around the state; but new research suggests that relief may only be a few modest reforms away.
Governments Lobbying Government: City of Houston
Every year, local governments in Texas spend millions upon millions to influence state-level policymaking. These advocacy campaigns are funded with tax dollars and often employ external lobbyists (i.e. registered lobbyists), internal lobbyists (i.e. intergovernmental relations personnel), and pro-government associations (i.e. Texas Municipal League, Texas Association of Counties, Texas Association of School Boards, etc.). One local...