Policy Reports

The LSG publishes Policy Reports on major state issues.

  • LSG’s 89th Legislative Session Recap

    This report highlights key legislation that passed during the 89th Session and will soon become law. For each bill, we’ve included links to our in-depth analysis — typically based on the version considered on 2nd reading.  Jump to a specific… Continue reading “LSG’s 89th Legislative Session Recap”…

  • Meeting Texas’ Growing Energy Demands

    As Texas grows, the demand on the state’s energy resources and infrastructure is intensifying. At the same time, the state is still addressing vulnerabilities in its power grid exposed by Winter Storm Uri in 2021. This report outlines the challenges… Continue reading “Meeting Texas’ Growing Energy Demands”…

  • 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…