LEADING THE WAY LEADING THE WAY

In a year of opportunity, Texas made bold moves to build a stronger future.

From water to education to the workforce, the 2025 Legislature passed a biennial budget that invests in long-term solutions. With research and insights from Texas 2036, lawmakers took meaningful steps — and now the focus shifts to making sure those investments deliver results. We’re tracking progress, supporting implementation and holding systems accountable for every dollar spent.

What to Look Forward to

Over $22 Billion

to repair and replace Texas’ aging water infrastructure

120,000+

college students will have access to more affordable housing

300 million

prescriptions filled every year in Texas will have better price transparency

50,000+

elementary teachers will receive training in mathematics content and teaching methods

Slide Through Our Policy Impact 

Learn More Previous We supported new tools that will help Texans choose careers that will pay off. Next Previous Next From Credentials to Careers Learn More Previous We supported investments to expand career-aligned high schools and refocus education on life after graduation. Next Previous Next H.S.
Classrooms
to Good Careers
Learn More Previous We backed policies to keep health care markets informed, competitive and engaged — now and in the long term. Next Previous Next Health Care
Affordability
Learn More Previous We supported land use reforms aimed at increasing housing supply and making Texas homes more affordable. Next Previous Next Improve
Housing
Affordability
Learn More Previous We championed long-term funding and accountability to ensure Texas communities have reliable water and infrastructure.
Next Previous Next Investing in
Texas Water
Learn More Previous We endorsed a strategic policy approach to strengthen early childhood systems and improve outcomes for Texas families.
Next Previous Next The Path to
Childcare
Reform
Learn More Previous We supported policies that strengthen employment pathways for formerly incarcerated Texans and support successful reentry.
Next Previous Next Prison
Higher
Education
Learn More Previous We advanced efforts to improve resilience and strengthen Texas' wildfire response capabilities for future emergencies. Next Previous Next Protecting
Texas from
Wildfires
Learn More Previous We backed improvements to the security, resilience and functionality of Texas' state data systems. Next Previous Next Strengthening
Our Digital
Infrastructure
Learn More Previous We supported critical investments in the teacher workforce and in improving education quality in foundational grades. Next Previous Next Strong
Academic
Foundations
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