While Texas is home to a thriving population, many face barriers that hinder their potential and put Texas’ future prosperity at risk.

We’re working to solve this so a prosperous future for every Texan is possible.

Texas 2036 was founded on the belief that data-informed policymaking is essential for our state to address its long-term challenges. We believe that the most sustainable solutions are data-driven, results-oriented and measurable. 

We strive to serve as a resource to members of the Texas Legislature to find solutions grounded in research. We build coalitions to inform our advocacy. And we believe operating from a common set of facts can support progress on issues that matter most to all Texans.

 A Long-Term Plan for Texas

With the launch of our Strategic Framework in 2020, we began a 16-year focus on data-driven policy across six key policy areas: education and workforce, health, infrastructure, natural resources, justice and safety, and government performance. 

Our Strategic Framework tracks progress of 36 aspirational goals, comparisons to peer states and improvement across over 100 leading indicators.

Focused on foundational reforms, our nonpartisan vision propels us continuously to seek impactful legislative action through initiatives and wraparound policy solutions that cross party lines. 

During the 87th Legislature,  we saw bipartisan passage of 45 bills backed by Texas 2036, a testament to the power of our data-driven efforts. 

For the 88th Legislature, 73 bills and 33 budget items supported by Texas 2036 that advance and strengthen Texas’ future became law.