by Andrew McVeigh | Apr 10, 2026 | State
What Are Interim Charges? Every two years, after the Texas Legislature’s regular session, the Lieutenant Governor and the Speaker of the House issue “interim charges,” essentially homework assignments for each chamber’s committees. They tell the committees what topics...
by Andrew McVeigh | Feb 20, 2026 | Commentary
Right now, early voting is underway for the March 3, 2026, Primary Elections, running from February 17 through February 27. This is your chance to help shape the future of our state by selecting party nominees for key offices, from state representatives and senators,...
by Andrew McVeigh | Jan 14, 2026 | Research
Over 20 Years of State Spending Growth In 2003, Republicans achieved an historic milestone by gaining control of the Texas state government, the executive and both chambers of the Legislature, for the first time in decades. Since then, Republicans have...
by Andrew McVeigh | Dec 25, 2025 | Commentary
As Christmas Day arrives, all of us at Texans for Fiscal Responsibility pause to reflect on the profound meaning of this season. In a world often consumed by the hustle of shopping, parties, and travels, it’s easy to lose sight of what truly matters. Christmas...
by Andrew McVeigh | Oct 22, 2025 | Uncategorized
As of October 20th, 2025, early voting is officially underway in Texas. With Election Day set for November 4, Texans have a critical opportunity to shape the state’s future through their ballots. This election features a range of issues that directly...
