On Aug. 24, 2026, Director of Infrastructure and Natural Resources Policy Jeremy Mazur testified before the House Committee on Natural Resources on the findings from his report on the Coastal Bend water crisis and recommendations to improve the state and regional water plan process. The following is a written version of the testimony. Good afternoon…
A new report from Texas 2036 finds that Texas is already seeing significant expansion in higher education opportunities for incarcerated Texans following passage of Senate Bill 2405 by Sen. Tan Parker and Rep. Terry Canales during the 89th Texas Legislature. The report, Opening More Doors: Data, Progress, and Opportunities for Higher Education in Texas Prisons,…
This is a preview of our Texas 2036 newsletter providing a look at floods and droughts in Texas. To receive this weekly look at our work, sign up here. A Year After Texas Floods Almost one year ago, many Texas communities were recovering from devastating floods. Today, much of the state is focused on another challenge: securing enough water…
The 2026 STAAR results offer an important snapshot of student achievement across Texas. New data from grades 3-8 and End-of-Course assessments show where students are making progress and where challenges remain. We break down the latest findings, what they tell us about student readiness and what we’re watching as Texas prepares to transition to a…