AUSTIN, TX – On Wednesday, the Texas House and Texas Senate both introduced their proposed appropriation bills for the 2026-2027 biennium. The House version, HB 1, was introduced by State Rep. Greg Bonnen (R-Friendswood), while the Senate version, SB 1, was...
BROWSE ALL POSTS IN:
89th TXLege
Dustin Burrows Secures Speakership
Democrat Majority Defeats Republican Nominee David Cook On Tuesday, the long-awaited and highly contentious race for Speaker of the Texas House came to a disappointing conclusion for advocates of small government and fiscal responsibility. A majority of Democrat House...
Vote Notice – 1.16.2025
Texans for Fiscal Responsibility has issued the following vote notice for January 16, 2025 (Day 3 of the 89th Legislative Session): Texas House of Representatives Subject: HR 3 - Housekeeping Resolution Author: State Rep. Charlie Geren (R-Fort Worth) TFR Position: ...
Vote Notice – 1.14.2025
Texans for Fiscal Responsibility has issued the following vote notice for January 14, 2025 (Day 1 of the 89th Legislative Session): Texas House of Representatives Subject: Speaker of the House TFR Position: Support State Rep. David Cook (R-Mansfield),...
A Letter to Legislators
Today, on the first day of the 89th Legislative Session, TFR sent the following message to members of the Texas Legislature congratulating them on their election and informing them about the Fiscal Responsibility Index: Dear State Senator or State...
The Taxpayer’s Guide to the Texas Legislature: The Basics
The 2025 Texas legislative session is set to begin on January 14th, and with it comes an opportunity to enact meaningful reforms to benefit Texans. For taxpayers, it is crucial to understand the legislative process, key dates, and mechanisms that determine what bills...