Support for our police officers is a proud characteristic of the conservative movement and positions conservatives well to make reasonable reforms when needed. Policing is a core function of government and is subject to the same high standard conservatives place on all government entities.
Press Release February 23, 2018Government-mandated paid sick leave is short-sighted and ultimately counterproductive. The way to help Austin’s working families is to lower the regulations that make it hard for businesses to start, compete and expand in the city, not to pile on new ones.
Press Release February 16, 2018Brooke is an exceptional and visionary leader who has had a tremendous impact on Texas and the direction of this nation. We are enormously proud to have her serve the president in the White House Office of American Innovation. In no uncertain terms, she is the right person for the job.
Press Release February 16, 2018Safe Streets & Second Chances is an innovative program that takes an evidence-driven approach to the chronic issues of repeat offenders and recidivism, using academic research to craft individualized reentry plans that shift the ultimate measure of success from whether individuals are punished to whether these individuals are improved, rehabilitated, and capable of redemption.
Press Release February 14, 2018We are thrilled to have someone with Bernie’s experience in the Executive Branch, in Congress, at the state level, and in private practice lead these critical initiatives. His deep knowledge of energy policy, in particular, comes at an important time for Texas and the country as America becomes a leader in energy innovation and development.
Press Release February 8, 2018The federal government seems to think that the Clean Water Act grants unelected bureaucrats the authority to regulate almost every square inch of land in America. This case gives the 7th Circuit an opportunity to reaffirm that there are meaningful limits on the federal government’s ability to regulate private property.
Press Release February 8, 2018AUSTIN – For more than fifteen years, TPPF's Policy Orientation has been one of the nation's top policy conferences, bringing together lawmakers, policy experts, and engaged citizens to discuss the most significant issues facing the Lone Star State and America. If you are unable to attend Policy Orientation in person, we welcome you to...
Press Release February 6, 2018The past Administration attempted to rewrite the Clean Air Act to justify its unlawful Clean Power Plan. The Foundation’s comment provides the roadmap for EPA to restore the rule of law by staying within the confines of authority delegated by Congress.
Press Release February 5, 2018Any statutory changes allowing cities to redirect Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone revenue for disaster recovery-purposes should be anchored in a firm foundation of transparency and accountability. It’s essential that these public tax dollars be put to the highest possible use in the most open and transparent way.
Press Release February 1, 2018I applaud [President Trump] for stirring our American spirit to noble aims, for infusing optimism into our discourse, and for animating our uniquely American ‘can-do’ attitude. That zeal has been sorely lacking in our national discourse, so it’s refreshing to see it re-awakened.
Press Release January 31, 2018Of late, a number of universities and state legislatures across the country are addressing this challenge [of protecting free speech on campus]. They are coming together out of the shared conviction that abuse of the First Amendment rights guaranteed to students and faculty violates not only the constitution but also the very reason for being of universities.
Press Release January 30, 2018There has been continued discussion among legislators to limit the practice of using dedicated account dollars to certify the budget. This deceptive budgeting practice keeps government spending at artificially elevated levels, hiding the true cost of government from taxpayers.
Press Release January 30, 2018