That being said, I have only lived in Texas for less than three years. I have been advised by more experienced Texas Freeper natives that there has always been talk about a state income tax behind the scenes; the truth is that there will NEVER be a state income tax in Texas for various state constitutional and political reasons.
When I lived in Illinois, they raised state income taxes in the late 80's (temporarily, btw). They used the same excuses as Tennessee. The citizens of Illinois are still waiting for those tax surcharges to be repealed. Need I say more.
Still keep an eye out for this. You never know what the liberals are up to.
That is good to hear! I'd like to know exactly what these reasons are. Texas Freepers?
Here is your CAFR listing: TXCAFR BOOK MARK IT.
Then go look up your budget and find the pork. Like TN you will find plenty of pork in the multitude of college buildings going up each year. WHICH are NOT being put up for the benefit of TX citizens, but for out of country or out of State people. The Baby Boom is over and we should Need LESS schools and less college buildings NOT MORE!
Look for wild flower programs, new spending, etc.
I think it's just around the corner. The border area is in big economic trouble and local property taxes are extremely high and aren't close to doing the job. Look at the money being sent to the border counties already ---and they need a lot more.