My name is Michele Steeb. I am appearing on behalf of the Texas Public Policy Foundation testifying in support of Senate Bill 1803 relating to the effectiveness of state-funded homeless programs at helping beneficiaries advance toward self-sufficiency.
Local Government
Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying
FACT SHEET: Understanding Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying Taxpayer-funded lobbying (TFL) is a complex and unfortunate feature of state and local governance. While lobbying is typically associated with private interest groups attempting to influence government decisions, taxpayer-funded lobbying flips this model: it involves government entities themselves using public funds to influence legislative outcomes. The Texas Public Policy Foundation’s...
May 1, 2026