In Debate, Abbott Says He Will Eliminate School Property Taxes
Last Friday, Texas taxpayers had a chance to watch the one and only debate between former U.S. Congressman Beto O'Rourke (D) and incumbent Governor Greg Abbott (R) before the November general election. The two addressed several issues important to Texans, including...
Political Theatre on Fiscal Prudence in Texas House of Representatives
During the 86th legislative session in 2019, state lawmakers passed legislation related to strategic fiscal reviews of state agencies and programs, seemingly an attempt at fiscal prudence relating to the allocation of tax dollars at the state level for some state...
Episode 7: Political Activism, Deceptive Cities, and Chapter 313 Tax Abatements
https://youtu.be/1DTMll47XWM Episode Description 💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we discuss political activism in fiscal policy, deceptive cities raising taxes, and chapter 313 tax abatements. Articles Referenced The Importance of Political Activism in...
Explainer: What Are 313 Tax Abatements?
A topic that has become more popular recently due to Speaker Dade Phelan's support for their renewal is Chapter 313 tax abatements. However, when interacting with taxpayers, I have noticed that most people have no clue about the controversial program. So, let me...
Fort Worth Slaps Taxpayers in the Face, Raises Taxes
It happened again: yet another deceptive tax increase by a major city. Last night, Fort Worth officially adopted its new tax rate of 71.25. This comes despite opposition from the public and two city council members dissenting to the tax raise. Fort Worth was one of...