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.
Taxes & Spending
Higher Taxes on the Horizon: City of Early
Many city, county, and school district officials are right now deciding where to set tax rates for the next fiscal year. In some cases, these local decisions will push property taxes higher, creating new challenges for families struggling with affordability. Given the very real prospect of tax hikes on the horizon, now is the time for Texans to learn what their local elected officials are doing and get involved in the decision-making process—while there’s still time to push for taxpayer-friendly alternatives. To better illustrate what may be around...
August 6, 2026