In his biennial budget projection, Comptroller Glenn Hegar says the state will have a healthy surplus, plus a full economic ...

The state comptroller forecasts a $23.8 billion budget balance at the start of fiscal 2026-27, down from a record $39.4 ...

From debating school vouchers and improving the state’s water supply to reining in property taxes, the GOP-led body will look ...

Lawmakers will have a nearly $24 billion surplus that will boost the budget over the next two years. Here’s how some lawmakers plan to spend it.

Ahead of the legislative session beginning Tuesday, Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced that Texas has a nearly $24 ...

The 89th Texas Legislature will convene Tuesday. Here are some of the members who will help shape state policies.

Texas lawmakers begin their 89th session in Austin Tuesday. The state legislature meets for 140 days every two years. Monday, ...

the Texas Legislature gavels in to kickoff the 89th legislative session. State lawmakers will have just 140 days to debate ...

Many local school districts are hoping to see lawmakers increase school funding, after failing to do so last session. FOX 7 ...

Proposals on property taxes, price disclosure, foreign buyers and corporate landlords are among the bills to watch this ...

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