June-July
Texas’ International Trade
Texas, the nation’s leading exporter for 17 years, benefits enormously from global trade. But trade tensions and the pandemic are having significant effects on this important part of the Texas economy.
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June-July
The Economic Impact of Texas Community Colleges
Texas’ public community colleges play an important dual role by preparing students for further academic study and providing valuable workforce training. A new Comptroller study gauges the value of these contributions.
May
Pandemic Drives Record Unemployment Texas Workforce Commission Flooded With Claims
Businesses across Texas and the nation have been forced to curtail or cease operations in the face of the coronavirus pandemic, throwing millions out of work and prompting a record increase in unemployment claims that is straining the safety net for workers.
May
Recessions and Revenues Perspective on the Downturn
Public health measures implemented to contain the spread of COVID-19 have caused a sharp contraction in economic activity. Today, we’re in the initial stages of a recession.
April
Helping Foster Youths in Higher Education Texas Programs Assist Vulnerable Kids
Foster-care children entering adulthood face significant challenges when pursuing higher education. Texas has a series of programs intended to ease this transition.
April
Bringing Space Down to Earth NASA, Private Business Collaborate on New Products
Since its founding, NASA has been transferring space-related technologies to the private sector. Meet some Texas companies and entrepreneurs who are using NASA’s patents and support to bring innovative products to market.
March
Student Loan Debt in Texas Financial Education, Manageable Debt Keys to Future Economy
Recognizing the impact of the student loan debt crisis, many higher education experts are seeking to develop solutions to ensure Texans get the training they need to succeed.
March
Young Texans: Part 2 Education, Training Essential in the Knowledge Economy
Education increases wages while reducing unemployment. Let's explore the economic trends and educational resources that will determine how well young Texans fare in the job market.
February
New Funding for Early Education New Law Increases Funding for Texas' Youngest Students
A new legislative commitment to early education is funneling hundreds of millions of dollars in additional funding to Texas school districts.
February
Young Texans Demographic Overview
Texas' under-18 population is growing rapidly and will provide our state with a substantial economic advantage — if they have the education and skills they need.
December-January
Redistricting 101 How Census Data Affect Elections
The decennial census serves many purposes, but perhaps none is more significant or far-reaching than the basis it provides for redistricting.
November
Occupational Licensing in Texas How Much is Too Much?
Licensing is the most restrictive form of government occupational regulation — and an increasingly controversial type.
November
Open Government Data The Economic Benefits of Transparency
Government represents a near-inexhaustible source of useful and important data on virtually every aspect of our lives and the economy — and these data are being used by businesses and organizations across the nation.
October
Texas’ Digital Divide The State of Broadband in Texas' Rural Communities
More than 2 million Texas households don’t have high-speed internet — and our state’s vast rural areas are especially underserved. This “digital divide” has serious implications for education, telemedicine, agriculture and small business.
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