Taxpayer Talks - Texans for Fiscal Responsibility

A weekly podcast focused on issues important to Texas taxpayers with short and to-the-point analysis. New episodes are posted every Thursday.

SEASON FINALE: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of the 88th #txlege Session

💰 In our FINAL EPISODE of this season of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we are joined by special guests Vance Ginn, Ph.D., and Bill Peacock to discuss the 88th #txlege session, what happened, what did not happen, the good, the bad, and ugly outcomes, as well as what to expect going forward. Will Texas taxpayers ever get tangible #propertytax relief? What will the revival of the largest #corporatewelfare boondoggle in Texas look like? Will lawmakers continue to grow government spending to amounts never seen before in the state? What does all of this mean for Texas taxpayers? #Texas #TexasPolitics

06-01
55:10

Will They Get to Property Tax Relief in Time?

💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we discuss what still has the potential to get done before imminent key deadlines in the near-ended 88th #txlege session. Will Texas taxpayers get tangible #propertytax relief? Will we see a successful revival of the largest #corporatewelfare boondoggle in Texas? Will lawmakers grow government spending to amounts never seen before in the state? What does all of this mean for Texas taxpayers? #Texas #TexasPolitics

05-25
30:35

#txlege Lawmakers Are Feeling the Pressure on #PropertyTax Relief!

💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we discuss the potential for renewed life when it comes to tangible #propertytax relief as a result of the nearly concluded 88th Legislative Session. We also talk about the prospects for the #corporatewelfare revival effort in the Texas Senate and what is currently left unconsidered by lawmakers of importance to Texas taxpayers. #Texas #TexasPolitics

05-18
21:07

#txlege House Fails to Deliver on Impactful #BorderSecurity Legislation

💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we discuss the recent failure by #txlege House lawmakers to pass a meaningful #bordersecurity legislative priority, the childish dialogue between elected leadership in both legislative chambers on potential #propertytax relief, and what to expect in the final weeks of the 88th Legislative Session. #Texas #TexasPolitics

05-11
23:56

As Session Begins to Wind Down, What Has #txlege Been Doing?

💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we discuss #txlege House lawmakers and the confusing saga around whether they voted in favor of increasing their own pensions, at the further expense of Texas taxpayers. We also discuss the #corporatewelfare revival effort moving in the Texas House and summarize what has happened thus far as the 88th Legislative Session begins to wind down. #Texas #TexasPolitics

05-04
24:23

Texas House Lawmakers Vote to Increase Their Own Pensions at Expense of Texas Taxpayers

In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we discuss Texas House lawmakers voting in favor of increasing their own pensions, at the further expense of Texas taxpayers. We also discuss the corporate welfare revival effort moving in the Texas House and Republicans aiding in expanding Medicaid.

04-27
23:01

The Legislative Clock Starts Ticking on Priorities

💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we discuss what the #txlege session looks like now that we are 100 days into the 140-day session. We specifically talk about things like #propertytax relief efforts, corporate welfare, and #schoolchoice. #Texas #TexasPolitics

04-20
24:55

Priorities are Moving in the #txlege Process, Do They Benefit Taxpayers?

💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we discuss what legislative priorities are moving, as they apply to what legislative leadership wants, and what they mean to Texas taxpayers. #corporatewelfare #schoolchoice #Texas #TexasPolitics

04-17
23:45

Texas House Budget "Debate" Incoming, Taxpayers Beware

💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we discuss the upcoming state budget "debate" to take place in the Texas House of Representatives and why it is more like orchestrated political theatre than that of a heartfelt debate among lawmakers. We also discuss the prospects for property tax relief as a part of the deliberations.

03-30
21:52

#propertytax Relief Legislation Passes #txlege Senate

💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we discuss what priority legislation is moving now that the 88th #txlege session is over halfway complete. We focus on #propertytax relief legislation that recently passed the Texas Senate and its prospects in the Texas House of Representatives considering they have their own approach to such a subject. #Texas #TexasPolitics

03-23
20:32

Bill Filing Deadline Looms, How Will Taxpayers Fare?

💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we discuss the upcoming bill filing deadline as a part of the ongoing 88th #txlege session and what priority legislation has been filed that would be beneficial to Texas taxpayers, as well as potential legislation that could provide lackluster results. #propertytax #Texas #TexasPolitics

03-16
23:01

#txlege Takes on #PropertyTax "Relief" But Will Taxpayers Feel It?

💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we discuss the dueling #propertytax relief proposals prioritized by leadership in both legislative chambers as well as other pro-taxpayer legislation making its way through the process including the proposed ban on taxpayer-funded lobbying and state preemption of onerous local regulations. #Texas #TexasPolitics

03-16
33:21

Lawmakers Make Moves Against Taxpayers in Texas

💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we discuss the efforts to revive corporate welfare in the Texas Legislature and the potential consequences for Texas taxpayers who are expecting tangible #propertytax relief and a path to the elimination of the tax altogether out of the ongoing 88th #txlege session.

03-02
25:03

Reviewing the State of the State Address

💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we discuss TX Gov. Greg Abbott's recent State of the State Address and what it all might mean for Texas taxpayers.

02-22
30:51

Priorities Begin to Become More Clear

💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we discuss the recently announced #txlege priorities for Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, some pro-taxpayer legislation filed in the Texas House of Representatives, and the upcoming State of the State Address and what it all might mean for Texas taxpayers.

02-15
25:40

Will They Get to Work on Behalf of Texas Taxpayers?

💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we discuss the recently announced Texas House Committee assignments and their potential implications for Texas taxpayers. We also talk about the recently announced legislative priorities for the Texas Freedom Caucus as well as our own recently announced priorities and whether state lawmakers will act this session to ensure current and future Texans are on a path to true prosperity. We are also joined by a friend of the show, Vance Ginn, Ph.D. to get his thoughts on President Biden's State of the Union Address and whether the rosy economic picture he painted is actually what Americans are experiencing.

02-09
01:11:32

School Choice, Proposed State Budgets, and Property Tax Relief

💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we discuss the recent #txlege Senate Committee Assignments, Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick appearing to "flip-flop" over the details in #schoolchoice legislation, as well as discuss School Choice and its implications for Texas families as well as the base budget bills and what it means when it comes to government spending and the potential for #propertytax relief with Vance Ginn, Ph.D.

01-26
42:34

An Opportunity for Fiscal Conservatives

💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we discuss the inauguration of Texas Governor Greg Abbott and Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick as well as the legislative priorities they mentioned as a part of their speeches. We also discuss the growing excuse that #txlege lawmakers are using to avoid talking about using the historic budget surplus for #propertytax relief in a spending limit and the potential for expanded gambling in Texas this session. We also discuss the opportunity potentially afforded to fiscal conservatives ahead of the upcoming #debtceiling "fight" in Congress.

01-19
34:58

Session Begins and Fiscal Update with Vance Ginn, Ph.D.

💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we discuss what occurred in the first week of the 88th Legislative Session, as well as the details of the fiscal update we received from Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar with guest Vance Ginn, Ph.D., and ultimately what it all means for Texas taxpayers.

01-12
01:02:21

Session Preview & Congressional Chaos

💰 In this episode of 𝗧𝗔𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦, we preview what is ahead as the 88th #txlege session begins next week. We also discuss the ongoing U.S. Congressional chaos related to the selection of a Speaker and demands for change from some Congressional members stifling the outset of the 118th Congress.

01-04
40:12

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