The Texas Public Policy Foundation’s chief economist has calculated that the current franchisetax can be eliminated, and the school property tax cut 25 cents, without creating a new tax. This document is intended to offer a viable alternative to the current CSHB3. Texas PublicPolicy Foundation research shows that business taxes – such as on payroll, gross receipts,business activity, and business income – will negatively affect the Texas economy and slow jobgrowth. This plan includes no tax on business, and eliminates the hated business franchise tax.
K-12 Education
Going Medieval on Education Technology
Going Medieval on Education Technology Key points: Texas schools have acquired millions of one-to-one devices for use as educational technology. These devices are used for instruction, practice, assessment, and independent study. Significant evidence suggests that using screens reduces students’ reading ability, and the evidence for other subjects is mixed. Exposure to screens also risks harm...
August 31, 2026