In order to curb the growth of government spending, Texas’ constitutional tax and expenditure limit (TEL) must be improved. This perspective examines some ways the Legislature can strengthen the state’s TEL and bring greater fiscal discipline to Texas government.
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