With Texas projected to need another 9,600 prison beds by 2010, the 80th Legislature must focus on policy changes that reduce or eliminate the need for new beds by preventing crime, lowering recidivism rates, and reducing probation revocations.
Local Government
TWIA’s Expanding Reach Raises Fresh Concerns
TWIA has become the leading wind and hail insurer in the catastrophe area. Its position has direct and indirect consequences for Texans statewide. Key points: Since 2020, TWIA has steadily increased its market share in the catastrophe area, raising concerns about scope and cost. TWIA’s quasi-governmental model imposes potential costs on statewide policyholders and private...
September 15, 2026