Policy Reports

The LSG publishes Policy Reports on major state issues.

  • The Texas Healthcare Crisis: Millions Uninsured, Physician Shortages, and the Fight for Women’s Care

    Texas faces a healthcare crisis characterized by three significant challenges: a large uninsured population, adversities in women’s healthcare, and a growing physician shortage. With federal pandemic-era health protections expiring and over half of Texas counties lacking access to primary care… Continue reading “The Texas Healthcare Crisis: Millions Uninsured, Physician Shortages, and the Fight for Women’s…

  • LSG Analysis of the House-Introduced Budget

    Introduction Across the country, states’ revenue growth has been leveling off since 2021, when an influx of federal stimulus funds, increased consumer spending, and a strong labor market boosted revenues (NCSL). Still, most states, including Texas, remain on solid financial… Continue reading “LSG Analysis of the House-Introduced Budget”…

  • Understanding the Child Care Crisis in Texas

    Introduction Child care programs provide children with safe, nurturing environments to learn and grow, enabling parents to work to support their families and the state’s economy. Recent reports show Texas is home to about 2.3 million children under six, with… Continue reading “Understanding the Child Care Crisis in Texas”…