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Principles for a Stronger Texas
We are approaching a legislative session that offers a very clear choice in the direction we'll be going as a state in the years and even decades to come. Given the increasing pressure on our budget, in particular with respect to Medicaid, it is imperative we remain committed to the sound conservative values that have made Texas the prosperous state it is today, and take steps to advance us even further. These are principles Texans live under and these are the principles Texans expect.
As we all have a vested interest in the future of Texas, we need to do everything we can to help our state become a stronger, more prosperous state, better prepared to deal with the unexpected and better positioned to care for our own. That's what the Budget Compact is all about, a unique opportunity to do right by Texans.
Action Items
That's why Gov. Perry is proposing "The Texas Budget Compact," comprised of five simple yet effective principles that will lead to a stronger Texas:
- Practice Truth in Budgeting
- Support a Constitutional limit of spending to the growth of population and inflation
- Oppose any new taxes or tax increases, and make the small business tax exemption permanent
- Preserve a strong Rainy Day Fund
- Cut unnecessary and duplicative government programs and agencies
News & Announcements
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Tuesday, October 16, 2012 • Irving, Texas • Press Release
Gov. Perry Calls for an End to Budget Diversions from Transportation Projects
Gov. Rick Perry, in coordination with his Texas Budget Compact proposal to practice greater truth in budgeting, called for ending diversions from Fund 6 for non-transportation related projects in the upcoming legislative session. The governor was joined by Rep. Linda Harper-Brown to reiterate the state’s commitment to providing greater budget transparency by spending taxpayer dollars for their intended purpose. -
Tuesday, October 02, 2012 • Houston, Texas • Press Release
Gov. Perry: Texas is Nation’s Epicenter for Job Creation
Gov. Rick Perry highlighted why Texas continues to be the best place to live, work, raise a family and start a business, including our commitment to responsible fiscal principles. The governor spoke at the International Economic Development Council's 2012 Annual Conference, which focused on the challenges and opportunities of growing jobs and investment in today's global economy.
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Thursday, September 27, 2012 • Austin, Texas • Press Release
Gov. Perry Renews Call for Permanent Small Business Tax Exemption at Google for Entrepreneurs Day
Gov. Rick Perry spoke at Google for Entrepreneurs Day, and renewed his call to make the small business tax exemption permanent in the upcoming legislative session. The governor also highlighted his commitment to bolstering Texas’ culture of innovation, entrepreneurship and job creation by strengthening the conservative fiscal principles that have helped the state prosper. -
Wednesday, September 26, 2012 • Fort Worth, Texas • Press Release
Gov. Perry Calls for Greater Truth in Budgeting
Gov. Rick Perry called on Texas lawmakers to practice greater truth in budgeting during the upcoming legislative session. The governor was joined by Rep. Mark Shelton and Rep. Bill Zedler.» Read the Speech: Gov. Perry Calls for Greater Truth in Budgeting -
Tuesday, September 25, 2012 • Houston, Texas • Press Release
Gov. Perry, Lt. Gov. Dewhurst Call for Stricter Constitutional Spending Limit
Gov. Rick Perry renewed his call for a stricter Constitutional spending limit for Texas’ state budget ahead of the upcoming legislative session. The governor was joined by Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst and Sen. Dan Patrick to reiterate their commitment to the sound conservative policies that have made our state prosperous.