by Bill Lynch | Jun 1, 2021 | Economic Development, Public Policy
As in every legislative session, there were wins and losses. The Governor still has the opportunity to veto some of the bills sent to him so most things are not yet final. Baring a veto, here are some of the best outcomes.Public education was one of our top...
by Bill Lynch | Feb 17, 2021 | Economic Development, Public Policy
House Higher Education Committee Chairman Jim Murphy filed HB1556 to reform and reauthorize Chapter 313, the part of the tax code that allows school districts to participate in Economic Development incentives for large capital investments in Texas. It has been clearly...
by Bill Lynch | Feb 17, 2021 | Economic Development, Public Policy
Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath said students whose parents elect to keep them in remote learning on the STAAR testing dates will not take the test. He reiterated his reason for wanting every child to take the test: it is an assessment of where students stand...
