Paul & I: Making Public Policy Interesting
Getting straight to the heart of policy, one sarcastic line at a time.
How the Governmet Stole Christmas
The Texas Public Policy Foundation’s Center for the American Future represents three of those property owners in two lawsuits arguing that the Township’s absurd application of its tree ordinance is an unconstitutional taking of private property under the Fifth Amendment and an “excessive fine” in violation of the Eighth Amendment to the United States Constitution.
100% Renewable Isn’t Doable
Renewable energy subsidies have cost Texans more than $13 billion since 2006. Nationally, the production tax credit for renewables will cost taxpayers as much as $65 billion through 2029. These subsidies reduce the reliability of the electric grid and harm taxpayers and consumers. In 2019, the Texas Legislature can take steps to combat these harmful effects by eliminating tax abatements for renewables and forcing wind generators to pay for the costs they impose on the system.
Voter Intergrity
Texas Public Policy is fighting to protect your ballot and your voice.
Why Government-Paid Sick Leave Doesn’t Work
Traditionally, paid sick leave is just one component in compensation packages agreed upon by both employers and employees, much like salary, flexible hours, and responsibilities. However, mandatory paid sick leave is more than unconstitutional, it will have negative effects and consequences on the Texas economy, hinder employer-employee relationships, and infringe on employers’ and employees’ rights. Further, mandating this component would allow local governments the opportunity to regulate the operations of private businesses.
Property Tax: A Pain in The Cash
Imagine if you had to continue dishing out monthly taxes for your pup Lassie until she died. So… even though you will be feeding, bathing, and constantly picking up it's massive, disgusting, wet piles of hair, a missed payment could result in the government taking for Lassie away for good.