The Texas Supreme Court has held that the present public school finance system violates the state constitutional prohibition against a state property tax. The Court decision requires a revision of this system by June 1, 2006. The Legislature will meet in special session to consider this matter and any other issues submitted by Gov. Perry. A special session may only be … [Read more...] about Special Session on Tax Issues
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From the President
I had often wondered what I'd write in this column if I ever got the chance to do so. I would think of certain issues that were important to me and others so as to really say what would be of value to everyone. Great leaders have chosen words of inspiration and meaning while some ramble on without substance. I would be glad if only I could be somewhere in between. While writing … [Read more...] about From the President
Thanks for Your Support
Sometimes we forget to say thanks for the support that makes our State Association successful. Our Association was recently honored as a Top 10 Public Association by Capitol Inside, an Austin public policy newsletter. Your support … [Read more...] about Thanks for Your Support
Message From the President
At this time most of the state is likely still on alert under a burn ban. We know many of you have been directly affected by recent fires, and we wish you the best in your response and recovery. Next month after the primaries the next special legislative session will be called, and we will start all over again. The legislators will again pounce on county appraisals and values … [Read more...] about Message From the President
Appraisal and Revenue Caps: The Line Has Been Drawn
No matter how hard we have worked in the past, there are those who won’t let the issue of appraisal caps and revenue caps go away. The governor has already said that he will include both issues on the call for the special session to resolve school finance anticipated in April. A new approach that will give the issue added emphasis is being tried. The State … [Read more...] about Appraisal and Revenue Caps: The Line Has Been Drawn