So says David Dewhurst:
.@DavidHDewhurst says Straus has told senators he wants a transpo crisis in 2015 to increase pressure for taxes #mysa #hounews #txlege
— Peggy Fikac (@pfikac) July 29, 2013
In today's San Antonio Express-News, Peggy Fikac details Straus' approach:
“Legislators know that Texas needs a much more comprehensive approach to funding our growing state's growing transportation needs, and another 30-day special session will not change that,” Straus said. “Until members are free to consider real options, beyond simply shuffling taxes from one purpose to another, we will not find a responsible solution to this issue.”Of course, with this being Joe Straus, one should always be cautious with any talk of "real options."
I wish Texas would get on board with the idea of balancing the budget. I realize that our transportation infrastructure is underfunded, but is increasing taxes really the way to go here? I'd be willing to pay more in taxes if I knew that taxpayer money wasn't being wasted elsewhere, on things that only a few Texans might be able to enjoy, instead of keeping up with growth.
ReplyDeleteThe money's there in General Revenue if the Lege would simply prioritize....
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