"State lawmakers have also raided gas tax for non-road purposes beyond those allowed in the Texas Constitution. According to the Texas Public Policy Foundation, 47 percent of the state gasoline tax is diverted to non-road uses."
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“You Are Not a Taco”: Sen. Paxton on Politics, Power, and the Long Game
In a candid and often humorous conversation on The Arena with Greg Sindelar podcast, Texas State Senator Angela Paxton offered a revealing look at her personal story, political philosophy, and legislative priorities—mixing lighthearted moments with pointed commentary on culture, policy, and the future of Texas. From her opening anecdote—“I’m the product of an unexpected pregnancy....
May 4, 2026