Going into the 86th Legislature, Senate Members Have $30.9 Million Cash on Hand
Collectively, Senate members have maintained over $30.9 million in contributions entering the regular session, according to the latest campaign finance filings.
The 10 Most Vulnerable Republican-Held House Districts Are Shaping Up to Be Expensive Races
Last September, Reform Austin reported on the top 10 most vulnerable Republican-held districts in the Texas House. Since then, three of the incumbents —...
We can't trust Dennis Paul with our money
As Texans know all too well, money can have a large influence in decision making for elected officials, and that's exactly what special interest...
Rick Miller’s Got a Problem With Dirty Money
According to Texas Ethics Commission, State Representative Rick Miller (R-Sugar Land) has received more than $480,000 in campaign contributions in just a few years...
“Late” Lozano and “Just missed it” Johnson
Each year, Texas politicians, candidates, and state officials are required to file a Personal Financial Statement (PFS) disclosing their assets and liabilities, income, gifts...
Cynthia Flores won't listen to Texans
As long as the business lobbyists have their deals and willing politicians like Cynthia Flores, our taxes will go up and our services will suffer.
Tony Tinderholt: mismanagement, debt and bankruptcy
Tony Tinderholt has shown a disturbing pattern of financial mismanagement and irresponsibility, both as a private citizen and as a member of the Texas House.
Special interest gets their money's worth with Tony Dale
Despite attempts in the Legislature to protect consumers, the status quo prevails, thanks to politicians like Tony Dale. When special interest money influences politicians to vote in their contributor’s favor, Texans lose.
The 10 Most Vulnerable Democrat-Held House Districts Are Shaping Up to Be Expensive Races
Last September, Reform Austin reported on the top 10 most vulnerable Democrat-held districts in the Texas House. Now, with the final ballots set for...
With the legislative session over, candidates ready for fundraising battles
Following Monday’s deadline for filing campaign finances, we have a clearer picture of the challenges and opportunities facing candidates running for state office. Following...
