[sheana]

other perks

although they also get money to lease a car and $138 in per diem when the Legislature is in session. Lawmakers also get $400 a month in car allowance.

[Paleo Conservative]

although they also get money to lease a car and $138 in per diem when the Legislature is in session. Lawmakers also get $400 a month in car allowance.

But it's not enough to give up their day jobs. Texas legislators actually have to make a living in the real world.