This testimony expresses serious concerns on public school accountability changes shared by the Texas Public Policy Foundation, the Texas Association of Business, the Texas Institute for Education Reform, the Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce, and Education Trust-Southwest.
Taxes & Spending
Supermajority Solutions for Texas Taxpayers
Texas bond elections often pass with low voter turnout and simple majorities, driving up local debt as a result. Raising voter approval thresholds could protect taxpayers and ensure a stronger consensus for public spending. Key points: Even though tax relief has been funded at the state level, increased debt at the local level has led...
February 3, 2026