Texas 2036

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A Growing Economy, Witnessed from a Traffic Jam

September 5, 2019
Texas, it’s time to talk about our traffic. The robust Texas economy has delivered obvious benefits, from millions of new jobs to capital investments that are transforming Texas communities. But there’s a down side of economic growth, as anyone who tried to drive anywhere over Labor Day Weekend was likely reminded: congestion on our roads...

Introductions Are in Order

August 27, 2019
In the next month or so, the world is going to hear a lot about Texas 2036. We’ll unveil some key players (and familiar faces) in the organization, relaunch a new website, and play a big role in the Texas Tribune Festival. It’s an exciting time. But first, introductions may be in order. We want...
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The First Day of School

August 20, 2019
The first day of school is all about the future. It’s about challenges and opportunities. It brims with optimism, confidence, and hope — and maybe some nerves. Most of all, it’s about taking what you know to, literally, the next level. That’s not just true for students heading back to class this month. It’s also...

Texas 2036: South Texas leaders engage in bicentennial project

August 12, 2019
A veritable who’s who of political and South Texas community leaders attended an intimate discussion led by former Education Secretary Margaret Spellings on Tuesday in McAllen as she asked them to participate and share ideas for a new long-term statewide planning project. Spellings, who served from 2005-09 in President George W. Bush’s cabinet, in June...

Texas 2036 Names Former Secretary Of Education Margaret Spellings President And Chief Executive Officer

June 26, 2019
Former Secretary of Education Margaret Spellings will lead Texas 2036, a non-profit organization working on long-term policy solutions to ensure Texas continues to be the best place to live and do business, the group announced Wednesday. The appointment of Spellings, an experienced national policy and thought leader, as president and CEO marks a key milestone in Texas 2036’s work to...
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