HB 433 is a government disclosure and transparency bill that requires local governments to detail the amount of taxpayer funds used to lobby the Legislature. It would greatly simplify the process of understanding how much taxpayer money local government is paying to influence the Legislature. It would also improve the accuracy of such assessments.
Local Government
Examining Local Government Spending Trends From 2014 to 2023
City and county spending has outpaced growth in population and inflation, leading to an increase in the tax burden on Texan taxpayers. Key points: Local government spending continues to outstrip increases in both population and inflation. From 2014 to 2023, local government spending rose by 61.2%, whereas population and inflation increased by only 42.7%. Elevated...
March 6, 2026