Texas continues to lead the nation in economic growth, job creation, and entrepreneurship—but what lessons can Washington D.C. learn from the Lone Star State?
In this episode of Taxpayer Empowerment, Texas Public Policy Foundation’s Jose Melendez sits down with Congressman Roger Williams, Chairman of the House Small Business Committee, to discuss why Texas has become America’s top destination for businesses, the importance of permanent tax relief, reducing regulations, protecting family-owned businesses, recovering fraudulent COVID relief funds, and creating more opportunities for entrepreneurs.
Topics covered in this interview:
Why Texas is America’s best state for small businesses
How lower taxes fuel economic growth
The impact of the “One Big Beautiful Bill”
Why regulatory reform matters for entrepreneurs
Eliminating the capital gains tax
Protecting family farms and family-owned businesses
Recovering billions in fraudulent pandemic relief funds
Government spending and taxpayer accountability
SBA loans and small business growth
Workforce development and skilled trades
Why predictability in tax policy matters
Advice for young entrepreneurs looking to start a business in Texas
If you care about lower taxes, economic freedom, small business success, and protecting taxpayers, this conversation is for you.
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