The Texas Comptroller is our state’s financial officer, responsible for overseeing the $100 billion-a-year enterprise of Texas state government. Our duties include managing the state’s investments, estimating the financial impact of proposed legislation and forecasting the amounts that state taxes, fees and other revenue sources will produce over each two-year state budget period.
This requires our economists, researchers and subject-matter experts to keep a constant watch on the Texas economy. In this area, we provide a series of resources that can give you a better understanding of the trends and events that affect our state — and your wallet.
These seven Texas-grown items make the holidays a little brighter while boosting the state’s economy. Check the list in Fiscal Notes.
Comptroller Hegar visited with a few of the recipients of a Rural Law Enforcement Grant. See how this funding is helping make communities safer in Fiscal Notes.
Texas has the fastest-growing battery storage market, essential for aligning renewable energy generation with demand. Read about the technology, benefits and challenges in Fiscal Notes.
Fiscal Notes delves into the state’s reputation for housing affordability amid changes to homeowners insurance policies.
Take a look at the latest significant digits relating to the Texas economy.