Texas taxpayers are burdened with an estimated $6.6 billion annual cost to educate illegal immigrants, with the total cost of illegal immigration exceeding $13 billion each year. Despite these staggering expenses, Texas continues to bear the financial load, with the federal government refusing to reimburse the state. This whitepaper outlines practical steps Texas can take to reduce these costs, including eliminating in-state tuition for illegal aliens, requiring proof of citizenship for students, and placing a moratorium on their enrollment until costs are reimbursed. It’s time to stop rewarding illegal immigration and make Texas less attractive to illegal aliens.