Texas has always prided itself for being a low tax, low service state. Should it change its priorities to provide more services?

Texas Government : Chapter 13 Public Policy – PeopleThe last chapter emphasized the low tax, low service priorities set by the political majority when budget matters are being considered. Chapter 13 considers how the state of Texas spends its revenues on its citizens. Mandates made by the federal government dictate how to spend the state’s funds on certain programs. Many of the mandated programs receive federal funding (around 35% of the total state budget), others do not. This chapter provides important information that can be used to assess whether the state government does enough to achieve the quality of life we want in Texas. Texas has always prided itself for being a low tax, low service state. Should it change its priorities to provide more services?