Texas, like many states across the country, is struggling with fiscal problems. With a budget shortfall that may exceed $10 billion, legislators are making difficult decisions about constraining costs and seeking innovative ways to protect the integrity of programs. Decisions about the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) pose one of the greatest challenges for the 78th Texas Legislature. Measures taken to control costs during this session will reshape health care for needy children, gauge legislative commitment to sound fiscal policy, and define the state’s commitment to strengthening families.
Criminal Justice
Accountability, Transparency, and Public Safety: A Conservative Approach to Bail Bond Oversight
Texas’s fragmented bail system lacks oversight, allowing bondsmen to profit while repeat offenders cycle through release with little accountability. Statewide regulation would strengthen enforcement, improve data transparency, and better protect public safety across counties. Key Points The current regulations for bondsmen in Texas provides limited oversight and a lack of consistency, leading to incongruous enforcement...
July 27, 2026