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Texans for Fiscal Responsibility
A weekly podcast focused on issues important to Texas taxpayers with short and to-the-point analysis. New episodes are posted every Thursday.
💰 In our FINAL EPISODE of this season of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we are joined by special guests Vance Ginn, Ph.D., and Bill Peacock to discuss the 88th #txlege session, what happened, what did not happen, the good, the bad, and ugly outcomes, as well as what to expect going forward. Will Texas taxpayers ever get tangible #propertytax relief? What will the revival of the largest #corporatewelfare boondoggle in Texas look like? Will lawmakers continue to grow government spending to amounts never seen before in the state? What does all of this mean for Texas taxpayers? #Texas #TexasPolitics
💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we discuss what still has the potential to get done before imminent key deadlines in the near-ended 88th #txlege session. Will Texas taxpayers get tangible #propertytax relief? Will we see a successful revival of the largest #corporatewelfare boondoggle in Texas? Will lawmakers grow government spending to amounts never seen before in the state? What does all of this mean for Texas taxpayers? #Texas #TexasPolitics
💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we discuss the potential for renewed life when it comes to tangible #propertytax relief as a result of the nearly concluded 88th Legislative Session. We also talk about the prospects for the #corporatewelfare revival effort in the Texas Senate and what is currently left unconsidered by lawmakers of importance to Texas taxpayers. #Texas #TexasPolitics
💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we discuss the recent failure by #txlege House lawmakers to pass a meaningful #bordersecurity legislative priority, the childish dialogue between elected leadership in both legislative chambers on potential #propertytax relief, and what to expect in the final weeks of the 88th Legislative Session. #Texas #TexasPolitics
💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we discuss #txlege House lawmakers and the confusing saga around whether they voted in favor of increasing their own pensions, at the further expense of Texas taxpayers. We also discuss the #corporatewelfare revival effort moving in the Texas House and summarize what has happened thus far as the 88th Legislative Session begins to wind down. #Texas #TexasPolitics
In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we discuss Texas House lawmakers voting in favor of increasing their own pensions, at the further expense of Texas taxpayers. We also discuss the corporate welfare revival effort moving in the Texas House and Republicans aiding in expanding Medicaid.
💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we discuss what the #txlege session looks like now that we are 100 days into the 140-day session. We specifically talk about things like #propertytax relief efforts, corporate welfare, and #schoolchoice. #Texas #TexasPolitics
💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we discuss what legislative priorities are moving, as they apply to what legislative leadership wants, and what they mean to Texas taxpayers. #corporatewelfare #schoolchoice #Texas #TexasPolitics
💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we discuss the upcoming state budget "debate" to take place in the Texas House of Representatives and why it is more like orchestrated political theatre than that of a heartfelt debate among lawmakers. We also discuss the prospects for property tax relief as a part of the deliberations.
💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we discuss what priority legislation is moving now that the 88th #txlege session is over halfway complete. We focus on #propertytax relief legislation that recently passed the Texas Senate and its prospects in the Texas House of Representatives considering they have their own approach to such a subject. #Texas #TexasPolitics
💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we discuss the upcoming bill filing deadline as a part of the ongoing 88th #txlege session and what priority legislation has been filed that would be beneficial to Texas taxpayers, as well as potential legislation that could provide lackluster results. #propertytax #Texas #TexasPolitics
💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we discuss the dueling #propertytax relief proposals prioritized by leadership in both legislative chambers as well as other pro-taxpayer legislation making its way through the process including the proposed ban on taxpayer-funded lobbying and state preemption of onerous local regulations. #Texas #TexasPolitics
💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we discuss the efforts to revive corporate welfare in the Texas Legislature and the potential consequences for Texas taxpayers who are expecting tangible #propertytax relief and a path to the elimination of the tax altogether out of the ongoing 88th #txlege session.
💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we discuss TX Gov. Greg Abbott's recent State of the State Address and what it all might mean for Texas taxpayers.
💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we discuss the recently announced #txlege priorities for Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, some pro-taxpayer legislation filed in the Texas House of Representatives, and the upcoming State of the State Address and what it all might mean for Texas taxpayers.
💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we discuss the recently announced Texas House Committee assignments and their potential implications for Texas taxpayers. We also talk about the recently announced legislative priorities for the Texas Freedom Caucus as well as our own recently announced priorities and whether state lawmakers will act this session to ensure current and future Texans are on a path to true prosperity. We are also joined by a friend of the show, Vance Ginn, Ph.D. to get his thoughts on President Biden's State of the Union Address and whether the rosy economic picture he painted is actually what Americans are experiencing.
💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we discuss the recent #txlege Senate Committee Assignments, Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick appearing to "flip-flop" over the details in #schoolchoice legislation, as well as discuss School Choice and its implications for Texas families as well as the base budget bills and what it means when it comes to government spending and the potential for #propertytax relief with Vance Ginn, Ph.D.
💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we discuss the inauguration of Texas Governor Greg Abbott and Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick as well as the legislative priorities they mentioned as a part of their speeches. We also discuss the growing excuse that #txlege lawmakers are using to avoid talking about using the historic budget surplus for #propertytax relief in a spending limit and the potential for expanded gambling in Texas this session. We also discuss the opportunity potentially afforded to fiscal conservatives ahead of the upcoming #debtceiling "fight" in Congress.
💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we discuss what occurred in the first week of the 88th Legislative Session, as well as the details of the fiscal update we received from Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar with guest Vance Ginn, Ph.D., and ultimately what it all means for Texas taxpayers.
💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we preview what is ahead as the 88th #txlege session begins next week. We also discuss the ongoing U.S. Congressional chaos related to the selection of a Speaker and demands for change from some Congressional members stifling the outset of the 118th Congress.
💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we look back at 2022 and discuss many of the events at the national and state levels which led us to today as well as what we expect in 2023 during the 88th #txlege session and beyond. This is the last episode for 2022. Merry Christmas & Happy New Year! We will see ya'll in 2023.
💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we briefly discuss recent polling that suggests taxpayers continue to want #thetxlege lawmakers to prioritize #propertytax relief over any other spending in the upcoming legislative session as well as what a successful session looks like from TFR's perspective. We also preview our interview with TFR Taxpayer Champion Republican State Rep. Tony Tinderholt who recently announced his candidacy for Texas House Speaker.
💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we briefly discuss the prospects of #schoolchoice legislation and the politics that surrounds the issue in the #txlege as well as recently filed social credit score related legislation ahead of the upcoming legislative session.
💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we briefly discuss the myriad of bills being filed by state lawmakers ahead of the upcoming 88th #txlege session and our recent interview with Russell Bennett who helps manage an organization dedicated to eliminating the #propertytax, and more.
💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we briefly discuss the 2022 midterm election results and what they mean in our estimation for fiscal conservatives and Texas taxpayers. We also preview our recent interview with Vance Ginn, PhD, on a myriad of fiscal issues facing TX and #txlege, including #propertytax, #governmentspending, and more.
💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦 we briefly discuss our recent interview with Thomas McNutt and his thoughts on impacting local governments. We also discuss #propertytax, #corporatewelfare, #schoolchoice, and the upcoming elections.
💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦 we highlight some of the more interesting points to come out of our recent interview with Texas Republican State Representative Kyle Biedermann as well as the recent #txlege House Appropriations Committee hearing and the narratives being set up for the next legislative session. #corporatewelfare #propertytax
💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦 we highlight some of the more interesting points to come out of our recent interview with Texas Republican State Representative Jeff Cason, the recent "Quid pro-Joe" scandal regarding Saudi oil, and the political culture of increased spending at all levels of government.
💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦 we highlight some of the more interesting points to come out of our recent interview with Bill Peacock, we discuss a loophole local governments are exploiting related to setting #propertytax rates without having to go to voters, and issues important to Texas taxpayers ahead of the November general election.
💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦 we discuss the recent and only TX Gubernatorial Debate and more specifically the candidate's thoughts on #propertytax in Texas, as well as a #txlege House Appropriations Subcommittee which was apparently formed to do nothing, and of course the upcoming general election.
💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦 we discuss political activism in fiscal policy, deceptive cities raising taxes, and chapter 313 tax abatements.
💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦 we discuss FED rate hikes, Abbott's executive overreach, and eating crickets.
💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦 we discuss the #bidenadministration gaffe on #inflation and the #txlege Senate Local Government Committee hearings this week where they discussed #propertytax reform and #taxpayerfundedlobbying.
💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦 we discuss observations from Texas House Appropriations and Ways & Means Committee hearings that took place Thursday where they discussed things like #propertytax. appraisal reform, #corporatewelfare, and state spending. We recorded from the Texas Capitol itself.
💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦 we discuss how in the debate over #studentloandebt 'forgiveness', higher education institutions are largely escaping blame as well as deception being used by local governments in Texas when it comes to setting the property tax rates, as well as recent polling suggesting a majority of Texans want TRUE #propertytax relief in the upcoming #txlege session.
💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦 we discuss the recently announced student debt 'cancelation' plan from the #BidenAdministration and the fact that none of the 5 largest cities in Texas are adopting the 'No-New-Revenue' tax rate when it comes to #propertytaxes. #txlege
💰 In our premiere episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦 we discuss the recently projected $27 billion budget surplus that #txlege lawmakers will have the ability to allocate in the upcoming legislative session, the recently passed #InflationReductionAct and its lack of actually addressing #Inflation, and the ongoing #BorderSecurity stunt by Texas Gov. Greg Abbott related to busing migrants caught crossing the Texas-Mexico border illegally further into the United States and its cost to Texas Taxpayers.