T.H. Lawrence News
Abbott affirms dedication to lowering Texas property taxes
By T.H. Lawrence | May 18, 2022
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said he fully supports using the state budget surplus to reduce property taxes owed by Texans over the long term.
Lavine: Homestead adjustments 'were a small step in bringing our property tax system up-to-date'
By T.H. Lawrence | May 13, 2022
Texas voters overwhelmingly approved a pair of measures designed to reduce property taxes May 7, but that doesn’t mean the battle for lower taxes has ended.
Energy analyst: Blackouts in Texas, California share 'common factor' of 'policies that reward unreliable solar and wind power'
By T.H. Lawrence | May 2, 2022
California has long been the renewable energy leader of the United States. However, Texas is planning to deploy 50% more solar energy than California in the next three years.
Troxclair: 'I am the only candidate in this race with a proven record of lowering property taxes'
By T.H. Lawrence | Apr 29, 2022
Property tax reform isn’t simply a slogan or campaign promise for Ellen Troxclair.
Author Robert Bryce: 'Supporting renewable energy is politically popular, but it comes with real downsides'
By T.H. Lawrence | Apr 19, 2022
Since 1999 no state has added more renewable energy to its grid than Texas, aided by more than $24 billion of federal, state and local subsidies. Texas politicians have continually upped the bid for renewables.
US-China Business Council spokesman: Experts agree China's zero-COVID-19 policy 'is not sustainable'
By T.H. Lawrence | Apr 19, 2022
China's zero-COVID-19 policy is having an impact on U.S. firms doing business in the country.
Environmentalists' push for 'net zero' draws warnings from Global Warming Policy Foundation
By T.H. Lawrence | Apr 14, 2022
With gas prices on the rise, inflation out of control and Russia’s stranglehold over Europe’s energy supply on the front page, Americans are more aware than ever of the need for energy. However, critics allege that progressive climate alarmists are continuing their crusade to destroy our most affordable, reliable sources of energy and push “net zero” at all costs.
TPPF scholar Rodriguez: 'Human smuggling is the precursor of human trafficking'
By T.H. Lawrence | Mar 31, 2022
The Texas Public Policy Foundation reported March 21 the results of a recent survey conducted with Hispanic Texans, and it offered a clear message on border security.
Austin-based Lighthouse will bring software fight against human trafficking to Louisiana
By T.H. Lawrence | Mar 4, 2022
Lighthouse will beam its efforts to turn a spotlight on human trafficking into Louisiana, the organization announced Feb. 22.
'It doesn't really make sense': Texas leaders criticize China, but state continues to invest billions
By T.H. Lawrence | Feb 28, 2022
Texas has adopted an anti-China approach from its state leaders, at least the Lone Star State argues that is has done so.
Tensions with China lead to 'low levels of trust' from U.S. businesses
By T.H. Lawrence | Feb 9, 2022
Tensions between the United States and China continue to cause uncertainty and risk for U.S. companies, according to one business organization.
Trinity professor on DOJ map suit: 'I would be shocked if the 2022 Legislature revises the map unless prompted to do so by the courts'
By T.H. Lawrence | Dec 14, 2021
The U.S. Department of Justice will challenge newly drafted maps for Texas congressional and state House districts. The DOJ, in a lawsuit filed Dec. 6, alleges the districts discriminate against people of color.
ERCOT: Texas blackouts possible if extreme winter conditions develop in 2022
By T.H. Lawrence | Dec 13, 2021
Energy analyst Peacock says Texas’ leaders have once again failed to rectify grid reliability problem
Former Border Patrol chief applauds resumption of Remain in Mexico policy
By T.H. Lawrence | Dec 8, 2021
Rodney Scott, the retired chief of the U.S. Border Patrol, was glad to see a federal court order the Remain in Mexico policy to resume and happy it restarted Monday.
Texas Public Policy Foundation analyst: Democrats' plan will cut health care for low-income people
By T.H. Lawrence | Nov 22, 2021
David Balat’s article “Democrats’ Cruel Cuts to Health Care for Low-Income Patients,” published Nov. 5, quotes 20 Democrats from states that did not expand Medicaid and who wrote a letter to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) with concerns about the Build Back Better expansion of the Affordable Care Act.
'Don't teach things that are wrong': Texas Public Policy Foundation panel questions revisionists' account of Alamo history
By T.H. Lawrence | Nov 1, 2021
How should we remember the Alamo? Has history told an incorrect story based on lies and racism? Or are modern interpretations of the most famous battle in Texas history distorted when viewed through a modern lens?
Austin population growth due to 'freedom and culture,' REX CEO says
By T.H. Lawrence | Oct 20, 2021
Austin has been growing at a remarkable rate for more than a decade.
Conference urges Texas to set 'proper example' on spending American Rescue Plan funds
By T.H. Lawrence | Oct 13, 2021
The American Rescue Plan Act is providing $40 billion to the state of Texas and a panel discussion examined how that money should best be used.
Texas Public Policy Foundation forum cites 'long-term damage' of reconciliation package
By T.H. Lawrence | Oct 8, 2021
Conservatives have fought for decades to reduce government spending and currently are in a major battle against President Joe Biden and Congress. The proposed $5 trillion reconciliation package is causing yet another major conflict, conservatives argue, saying if passed, the measure would fundamentally change the country forever.
Abbott: Texas will 'step up' to secure border
By T.H. Lawrence | Oct 4, 2021
When former President Donald Trump was keeping watch on the Mexico border, there was no immigration crisis, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said.