Lone Star Politics: Tradition and Transformation in Texas
Fourth Edition
Learning Objectives
After reading this chapter, you should be able to:
- Describe the basic steps in the policymaking process.
- Identify the different types of taxes that Texans pay.
- Examine the state’s use of federal funds.
- Understand the state’s pay-as-you-do system.
- Assess what government does to promote economic growth.
- Describe the relationship between the state and local governments when it comes to taxation.