A year ahead of the upcoming legislative session, Texas Republicans are already grappling with a contentious issue that is likely to create a rift within the party: the approach to lowering property taxes. Governor Greg Abbott has unveiled his plan, while Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick has also presented his own proposal. Over the next year, observers will be keenly watching to see if their differing views could lead to one or more special sessions in 2027.
To delve into this topic, Eleanor and Matthew engage with John Diamond, the director of the Center for Tax and Budget Policy at the Baker Institute for Public Policy.
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