The Conservative Texas Budget (CTB) limits the Legislature’s increase in appropriations for the 2018-19 biennium to no more than population growth plus inflation. As the budget heads to the conference committee for final negotiations before consideration by both chambers, the passed versions of SB 1 by the Senate and the House indicate that they can keep appropriations below the CTB limits.
Article V Convention of States: Overview and Model Legislation
Since the adoption of the U.S. Constitution, the power of the federal government has grown beyond the bounds originally envisioned by the Framers. Key Points: Just 16% of Americans say they trust the federal government to “do the right thing.” Federal interference has had life threatening results, especially at the border. Poor federal policy has...