by cbetz | Oct 1, 2025 | Research
This November, Texans will vote on a series of constitutional amendments that could shape our state’s economy, government accountability, and individual freedom for years to come. The Huffines Liberty Foundation has carefully reviewed each measure to help citizens cut...
by cbetz | Sep 2, 2025 | Research
SUPERSEDED — An updated version of this paper was published in 2026. Please refer to the current version for the most accurate analysis. Texans spend more than $335 million each year on vehicle emissions testing, a program that delivers little measurable benefit but...
by cbetz | Aug 15, 2025 | Research
Texas’ latest redistricting effort is part of a nationwide battle for control of the U.S. House of Representatives. By creating five new Republican seats, Texas is strengthening conservative representation and ensuring its growing population has a stronger voice in...
by cbetz | Aug 1, 2025 | Research
Property taxes in Texas are a crushing burden on hardworking families and small businesses, fueling government growth and draining Texans’ wallets year after year. Without real limits, local governments keep raising property taxes with little accountability, squeezing...
by cbetz | Jul 21, 2025 | Research
Taxpayer-funded lobbying is an abuse of public trust. The voices of Texans are being drowned out by well-funded lobbyists hired with their own tax dollars. Worse, taxpayer-funded lobbyists are being used to block government transparency, shield corruption, and oppose...
