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The need for broadband access: Strategic Framework

November 30, 2022

This is part of our blog series for Texas 2036’s Strategic Framework, which provides in-depth, cross-cutting data to inform key decisions about the most significant issues facing the state. Digital connectivity often can be the difference between access to economic opportunities and essential services or the lack thereof. Our Strategic Framework Goal No. 14 not…

A look at drought in Texas: Strategic Framework

November 30, 2022

A look at drought in Texas report is part of our blog series for Texas 2036’s Strategic Framework, which provides in-depth, cross-cutting data to inform key decisions about the most significant issues facing the state. Nearly a century ago, a state meteorologist penned the now-famous line, “Texas is a land of perennial drought, broken by…

Hot jobs market, understaffed employers: Strategic Framework

November 30, 2022

The hot jobs market, understaffed employees report is part of our blog series for Texas 2036’s Strategic Framework, which provides in-depth, cross-cutting data to inform key decisions about the most significant issues facing the state. The Texas jobs market continues its hot streak of setting state employment records for a 12th consecutive month, adding 49,500…

Can kids in Texas read? Strategic Framework takes a look

November 30, 2022

The “Can Kids in Texas read?” report is part of our blog series for Texas 2036’s Strategic Framework, which provides in-depth, cross-cutting data to inform key decisions about the most significant issues facing the state. Can kids in Texas read? It is a simple question of profound importance to Texas parents, policymakers and taxpayers. As…

What we’re thankful for …

November 22, 2022

This is a preview of our Texas 2036 newsletter expressing our gratitude this Thanksgiving. To receive this weekly highlight of our work, sign up here. Texas 2036 Gives Thanks 🙏 As we head into the holiday season, we at Texas 2036 are reflecting on what we are thankful for this year. Family, friends and health top the list, but…

Staffing shortages and infrastructure spending: Natural resources budget priorities

November 17, 2022
Texas’ state budget serves as the leading driver for state policy. The success or failure of state agencies and programs hinge on appropriations decisions made by the legislators once every two years. The anticipated $27 billion surplus for the upcoming 88th Legislative Session offers a generational opportunity for our natural resources policy, such as how...
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