The governor's consistently said focus first on fixing taxes and then he would be open to considering other issues. But generally, we support fully deregulated electric markets because that's what benefits customers.
The governor said last week he believes that is a wise decision. It makes sense when the region must act quickly and lives are on the line.
It rewards past performance in the first year. It is designed to drive student performance in the second and third years. It's important to note: This is what we see as a long-term effort.
Their work on behalf of the state of Texas was absolutely appropriate, and a good return on our investment.
This has been a very deadly wildfire season, but Texas communities have shown strength, and we're going to continue fighting these fires from the ground and from the air.
Those who own more expensive properties pay more each year in property taxes; that's just common sense. But the one-third reduction is across the board and provides relief to Texans at all income levels.
We are working with the company's owners to find ways they can expand their operations in Texas and not have to close the facility. Gov. Perry has also contacted the Department of Defense to request a delay, due to the importance of their defense-related products.
They are poised to move and fight this fire wherever it moves.
They are contracted to provide a service as an extension of the Office of State-Federal Relations and act as a team on behalf of the state of Texas. If they are working with the Office of State-Federal Relations, then they are working with the team.
We are currently reviewing them to determine which ones require action by the Legislature and which can be implemented quickly to protect our Texas coasts before the next hurricane season.
