[PetroniDE]

The reasoning is a little fuzzy to me, but I will give it a try. If I am incorrect here, someone please correct me.

I believe there is something in the state constitution regarding prohibition of state income tax. Additionally, remember that Texas was once an independent country, and there is something in the annexment agreement to this effect. I need confirmation on these.

Any politician who votes FOR an income tax in this state, don't even BOTHER running for re-election. Incidentally, there is a resolution in the Texas Republican Party Platform regarding being against a state income tax, which will be voted on at the state GOP convention this week.

[VOA]

I believe there is something in the state constitution regarding prohibition of state income tax.

Welcome to the world of "fees", "levies", and other forms of "revenue enhancements".

For heaven's sake, don't let the Great (Nation) State of Texas get a state income tax and
all the bureacracy and boondogles that come with such a system.

Just look at California.
Pass a state income tax (or the equivalent)...and look at your future.