Texas has been one step ahead of the rest of the country in passing major telecom reform legislation, leading to deregulation of local telephone service for more than 15 million Texans and allowing unfettered competition, reduced costs, and greater choices in the market place.
Local Government
Reinvigorating Federalism and Fiscal Discipline in Texas: Establishing the Office of State Sovereignty
Texas governments received $84.3 billion in federal funding in 2023, raising concerns over financial dependency and regulatory consequences. Creating an Office of State Sovereignty to monitor the application, receipt, and conditions of this aid could mitigate fiscal risk and improve transparency. Key points: Texas lacks a centralized system to oversee federal grants potentially flowing to...
September 9, 2026