Texas 2036 today released Earned but Not Awarded: Unlocking Opportunity for Texas’ Potential Completers, a new analysis showing that tens of thousands of Texans have completed much of the work required for a college degree but have not received the relevant credential. The report highlights an overlooked opportunity to strengthen the state’s talent pipeline at…
This is a preview of our Texas 2036 newsletter. To receive this weekly look at our work, sign up here. Closing Texas’ College Completion Gap In just a few years, more than 60% of Texas jobs will require education beyond high school. But right now, only about a third of students finish a postsecondary credential within six years of high school…
The passage of Proposition 4 marks a historic moment for Texas’ water future. Just over 2 million Texans voted to approve the measure dedicating $1 billion per year in state sales tax revenues to the Texas Water Fund for the next 20 years. These dedicated revenues will be used to pay for the water infrastructure…
This is a preview of our Texas 2036 newsletter as we honor the service, strength and impact of Texas veterans. To receive this weekly look at our work, sign up here. Why veterans matter to a growing Texas Today, we pause to honor all Americans who have stepped forward to serve our country, including the…
This is a preview of our Texas 2036 newsletter with our recap of voters saying yes to the future of Texas by investing in water and workforce development. To receive this weekly look at our work, sign up here. Voters Approve High-ROI Investments In the Future of Texas Texas voters this week invested in their…
Texas 2036’s recent Texas Voter Poll reveals two unique things about what voters are thinking. The first is that they’re bullish on Texas. When compared to other states, voters think that the economic opportunities here surpass those in other states. But this economic optimism is tempered by growing concerns about affordability. When asked about the…