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Trump and Cruz Promote Legislation to Stop Taxing Tips

Trump and Cruz Promote Legislation to Stop Taxing Tips

With the cost of living skyrocketing, Americans in the lower and middle classes need every penny they can get. While many in the federal government are exacerbating the problem, some have taken small steps to ensure more money stays in taxpayers' pockets.  Texas...

Happy Independence Day!

Happy Independence Day!

As we gather to celebrate Independence Day, we honor the principles of freedom, self-governance, and personal responsibility that our nation was founded upon. This is a time to reflect on the sacrifices made by our forefathers to secure these liberties and to consider...

Tarrant County Increases Their Homestead Exemption

Tarrant County Increases Their Homestead Exemption

Tarrant County has taken another step towards giving more money back to taxpayers by increasing the homestead exemption to the maximum allowed by state law. Following the implementation of a 10% homestead exemption last year, the Tarrant County Commissioners Court has...

Corporate Welfare and the Texas Stock Exchange

Corporate Welfare and the Texas Stock Exchange

New York City, once the unrivaled hub of America's financial services, is seeing its dominance wane. The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), a cornerstone of U.S. commerce since 1792, now faces competition from emerging financial centers like Texas. The recent...

May Inflation Rates and the Fed: What You Need to Know

May Inflation Rates and the Fed: What You Need to Know

The rate of inflation slowed more than anticipated in May, but the Fed’s response holds steady. Inflation numbers for the month of May were officially released today, with the Department of Labor announcing that the Consumer Price Index showed prices rose 3.3% in May...

RPT Releases Final Legislative Priorities

RPT Releases Final Legislative Priorities

The Republican Party of Texas (RPT) has released the Legislative Priorities for the 2025-2026 cycle and the 89th Legislative session.  The RPT legislative priorities include the top eight tasks that the party expects republican members of the Texas Legislature to...