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Can kids in Texas read? Strategic Framework takes a look

November 30, 2022

The “Can Kids in Texas read?” report is part of our blog series for Texas 2036’s Strategic Framework, which provides in-depth, cross-cutting data to inform key decisions about the most significant issues facing the state. Can kids in Texas read? It is a simple question of profound importance to Texas parents, policymakers and taxpayers. As…

What we’re thankful for …

November 22, 2022

This is a preview of our Texas 2036 newsletter expressing our gratitude this Thanksgiving. To receive this weekly highlight of our work, sign up here. Texas 2036 Gives Thanks 🙏 As we head into the holiday season, we at Texas 2036 are reflecting on what we are thankful for this year. Family, friends and health top the list, but…

Staffing shortages and infrastructure spending: Natural resources budget priorities

November 17, 2022
Texas’ state budget serves as the leading driver for state policy. The success or failure of state agencies and programs hinge on appropriations decisions made by the legislators once every two years. The anticipated $27 billion surplus for the upcoming 88th Legislative Session offers a generational opportunity for our natural resources policy, such as how...

Government performance: 2023 TX Lege Agenda

November 16, 2022

Texas 2036 is hard at work drilling down into the policy issues that matter most to Texans. Here’s a look at our government performance priorities for the upcoming 88th Legislative Session. Texas 2036 policy focus: This session, our government performance policy efforts will be divided into two primary themes: Broadly addressing the long-term fiscal, workforce…

Justice and Safety: 2023 TX Lege Agenda

November 16, 2022

Texas 2036 is hard at work drilling down into the policy issues that matter most to Texans. Here’s a look at our government performance priorities on justice and safety for the upcoming 88th Legislative Session. Texas 2036 policy focus: This session, our government performance policy efforts will be divided into two primary themes: Broadly addressing…

Health care priorities: 2023 Texas Lege Agenda

November 16, 2022

Texas 2036 is hard at work drilling down into the policy issues that matter most to Texans. Here’s a look at our health care priorities for the upcoming 88th Legislative Session. Texas 2036 policy focus: Our Health Care policy efforts: Affordability and transparency of care Availability of medical care Increasing health insurance coverage The goal:…

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