Show Houston the Money: Exploring the $338 Billion Texas Budget
Texas lawmakers approved a record-setting budget this year, boosting statewide funding by over $27 billion, with the Houston region set to receive more than $3.9 billion for schools, medical centers and flood prevention. Voters will weigh in on further investments this November, including a proposed $1 billion annual water fund and a $3 billion initiative for dementia research. Together, these investments and proposals signal a long-term commitment to strengthening critical infrastructure and services across the Houston area.
