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Southwest Public Policy Institute

Texas State

Taxpayer-funded lobbying has become a pervasive issue in Texas, exemplified by the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) and their lobbying efforts. The Southwest Public Policy Institute (SPPI) recently shed light on the issue, urging for simple yet comprehensive reforms to restore transparency, fairness, and accountability in our democratic processes.

They’re Taking Us for a Ride: It’s Time to End Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying