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Texan | State Agency | Fueled by raw data and a balanced budget | Follow @Glenn_Hegar for personal updates

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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
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Upcoming events in October. Links in bio.
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
7 years
#Harvey evacuees: @GovAbbott is suspending hotel occupancy taxes Aug. 23 – Sept. 6. Details you should know:
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@txcomptroller
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Nothing unlucky about it -- Texas ranked by CEOs as the top state to do business for 13 consecutive years.
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
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We've returned BILLIONS to Texans! Search now at .
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Texas Comptroller
9 years
Is collecting forgotten cash in your future? Check now to see if you have missing money.
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Texas Comptroller
9 years
Waiting for a sign? Here it is! Check now to see if you have missing money. #ClaimItTexas
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Texas Comptroller
3 years
Texas' second Capitol, pictured here, burned down in 1881, after the state had started plans for a new building. Today's Capitol is made of pink granite and is, of course, the largest in the U.S.
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
8 years
Texas jumps TWO spots to become the 10th largest economy in the world!
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Texas Comptroller
5 years
In Texas, space is an industry as much as a destination.
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
4 years
Them: What is it you do? Me: I work for the Comptroller’s office. Them:
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
4 years
We won't disappoint.
@TexasTribune
Texas Tribune
4 years
Make government boring again, writes @rossramsey
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
5 years
Caddo Lake State Park boasts hauntingly beautiful sights for those paddling through one of the largest cypress groves in the world. It's one of many activities visitors to Texas' only natural lake can experience.
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
5 years
It’s true! We’re on a mission to return more than $5 billion to Texans. Check to see if you have money at and let us know if you find something.
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Yashar Ali 🐘
5 years
1. Important! The state you live in, or a state(s) you used to live in, may owe you or your company/small business money I'm not talking about tax refunds...this is about #UnclaimedProperty Follow this thread to learn how to claim what's owed to you. Please share and retweet
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4 years
I've just got to let you know... it's right here, along with an infographic and recommended reading on the Texas economy: #txlege
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
8 years
There's gold...& then there's #Texas gold. Congrats to all the athletes who competed in the #OlympicGames . #Rio2016
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
4 years
Comptroller Hegar has a lot of pride in our state, but he would never brag about himself... so we're going to do it for him. 😉 Today the @TexLegConf announced @Glenn_Hegar is the 2021 Texan of the Year. "It is an honor to have the benefit of your leadership in this state."
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
5 years
#BigBend Ranch State Park, located in far west Texas along the Rio Grande river, is our largest state park. The adventurous can explore 238 miles of trails and 70 miles of unmaintained dirt roads. 🐴🚵🌌🔭
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
5 years
The Comptroller is at NASA today talking about his favorite subject — the economy! #NASA makes a $4.7 billion annual impact on the Texas economy and supports more than 52,000 jobs.
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
9 years
Texas will begin issuing #txcurrency with a $10 denomination featuring Willie Nelson. #txlege
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
7 years
Unlike used diapers, we're not full of it. Diapers are tax-free for the #txtaxholiday , Aug. 11-13. The full list at
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
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⚠️ We apologize for the inconvenience caused by the Webfile eSystem outage. Franchise Tax reports, payments and extensions filed and/or paid on or before May 17 will be considered timely filed. Any late-filing penalty that would normally occur will not be assessed. (1/2)
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
4 years
⚠️ We are working to restore service to Webfile as quickly as possible. Sales tax reports and payments filed on April 21 will be considered timely.
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
4 years
. @TexasCentral estimates the project for a railway system between Dallas and Houston will have $10 billion in immediate economic impact nationwide, creating around 17,000 direct jobs during construction and 20,000 supply chain jobs. #YallAboard
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
8 years
On June 19, 1865, 250,000 slaves in #Texas were finally freed. Today, we celebrate #Juneteenth .
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
7 years
. @GovAbbott extends state and local hotel tax exemption for #Harvey victims and relief workers to Oct. 23.
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
5 years
With one of the biggest waterfalls in Texas and more than 400 caves inviting explorers to an underground world, Colorado Bend State Park has a way of making visitors forget they’re in Texas.
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
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Today @Glenn_Hegar was sworn in for a third term as Texas Comptroller by newly appointed @TXsecofstate @SenJaneNelson . #txlege
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
7 years
Returning BILLIONS 💵 back to Texans! Check to see if you have unclaimed funds at .
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
5 years
. @NASA_Johnson is the lead @NASA center for operations on the International Space Station, site of the only official U.S. National Lab in microgravity, @ISS_CASIS .
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
5 years
#FranklinMountains State Park is the largest urban park in the nation, boasting nearly 27,000 acres of land, 100 miles of trail, 14 tent sites and five RV sites – all within El Paso’s city limits.
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
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We've got a full house this summer. 🏡 Welcome, to our talented interns. Get ready for a season of growth and learning! 💫 #WeAreCPA
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
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. @FranklinChangD was the first Hispanic @NASA astronaut, logging over 1,600 hours in space. He founded @AdAstraRocket that is developing revolutionary plasma-based propulsion technology to improve fuel longevity for future space travel. #HispanicHeritageMonth
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
8 years
See the list of #emergencyprep supplies that are sales tax free this weekend (4/22-24) in #Texas :
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
2 years
Comptroller @Glenn_Hegar just announced a $188 billion revenue projection for the upcoming biennium. The expected 2022-23 ending GR-R balance contributes to a 2024-25 forecast that’s a staggering 26.3% more than the current two-year #TXBudget period. #txlege #BREMonday
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
5 years
Known as the “Grand Canyon of Texas,” Palo Duro Canyon is the 2nd largest canyon in the nation. With over 30 miles of dedicated trails, park visitors can #explore by🚶‍♂️, 🚗, 🚵 and even by 🏇🏽.
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
6 years
24. El Paso 11. Houston 10. McAllen 9. San Antonio 7. Dallas 1. Austin If there’s an *it* factor, these cities have… it. Via @businessinsider and @magnify_money ➡️
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
2 years
We are proud of our very own Lisa Craven for receiving the Outstanding Leadership award from @Texas4Women . Lisa has been instrumental in our office’s success, and we are delighted that others see her contributions.
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
9 years
Starting in fall 2016, Texas will resume issuing its own currency. #becauseTexas #txcurrency
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
8 years
Productive breakfast meeting with @GovAbbott , @LtGovTX , @SpeakerStraus and #FlatStanley today. #txlege
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
9 years
On this day in 1836, 59 elected delegates in Washington, TX unanimously declared independence. #texasindependenceday
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
1 year
Lisa has two job titles and nearly 3,000 employees, but a single vision: make the agency a better place. Whether she's working on succession planning or employee empowerment initiatives, Lisa wants people to know, “We are all in the boat together and rowing." #WomenAtCPA
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
8 years
#Onthisday in 1845, Texas became the 28th state of the United States of America. Honored to call ourselves American for 171 years.
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
5 years
💸 Save the tax 💸 when buying qualifying uniforms, school supplies and backpacks. Check out what else you can purchase tax free Aug. 9-11 during #TxTaxHoliday at
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
6 years
Born in 1893 in Couchman, Texas, Blind Lemon Jefferson introduced the world to the Texas Blues. Jefferson's short recording career ended with his death in 1929. His music has lived on, recorded by musicians ranging from B.B. King to The Grateful Dead. #BlackHistoryMonth
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
4 years
What does your emergency supplies kit look like? This weekend, April 24-26, certain items can be purchased tax free. Get a complete list here: #EmergencyPreparedness #TXTaxHoliday
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
3 years
Purchase emergency preparation supplies tax-free starting this weekend for the #TXTaxHoliday . Build your emergency kit or update an existing one with qualifying items: : @FEMARegion6 @TDEM
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
6 years
Ladies, if he: -is worth $216 billion -supports scientific research -can be compared to a Victorian novel -and gets a makeover every two years He’s not your man. It’s the Texas budget.
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
6 years
The 9/11 Memorial at the Texas State Cemetery features two steel columns from Ground Zero, reminding us that we are stronger together. #NeverForget
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Texas Comptroller
4 years
#OTD in 1944, James Earl Rudder, a @TAMU graduate, and the Second Ranger Battalion began the #DDay invasion of Normandy by storming the beach to secure Pointe Du Hoc for the Allied forces. #TAMU
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
2 years
Get more bang for your buck with our #TXTaxHoliday this weekend! Shop for essential emergency supplies without worrying about the tax. Check out the full list of exempt items ⬇️
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
7 years
We've returned billions to Texans. Go to to find your money!
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
3 years
Now through Sunday, enjoy tax savings on most clothing, footwear and school supplies under $100 purchased in-store or online. For a complete list of qualifying items, including uniforms, diapers and children's costumes, visit . #TXTaxHoliday
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
9 years
Press Release: Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar Announces New Texas Currency. #txlege #txcurrency
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
7 months
🚨 BREAKING: Texas Comptroller's Office announces a new tax on all sweet iced tea, effective immediately. Aimed at promoting healthier lifestyles, proceeds will support nutrition and wellness initiatives. More details to follow.
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
4 years
Original photo of Texas’ first ‘Count’roller. He counted using his bare hands. Absolute legend.
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
4 years
Mark your calendar -- Texas’ Emergency Preparation Supplies Sales Tax Holiday is in less than two weeks. From April 24 to 26, certain emergency preparation supplies are tax free in Texas. To see the complete list, visit . #txtaxholiday : @FEMARegion6 @TDEM
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
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Hope your New Year is a blast! : @ReunionTower
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
3 years
Is it ever really over, though? #txlege
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
4 years
She's from Texas, y'all 🤠
@cnni
CNN International
4 years
A 14-year-old has won $25,000 for a discovery that could provide a potential therapy to Covid-19. Anika Chebrolu's invention uses in-silico methodology to discover a lead molecule that can selectively bind to the spike protein of the SARS-CoV-2 virus.
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
2 years
UPDATE: Comptroller @Glenn_Hegar urges Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo to stop spending taxpayer money on frivolous lawsuits and use taxpayer resources to fund law enforcement. Read the full statement here:
@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
2 years
UPDATE: Read Comptroller @Glenn_Hegar ’s statement on Harris County's decision to waste additional taxpayer resources in effort to defund the police with a frivolous lawsuit:
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
4 years
Can you relate? If you’re a BREginner and need help understanding the #txbudget , we have the resources for you. #txlege
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
7 years
Wish granted! Budget certification happening tomorrow. #txbudget #txlege
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Alexa Ura
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Hey @Glenn_Hegar - can you help a girl out and do this sooner? Trying to plan a vacation #txlege
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
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Hey @SpiritHalloween , we've got a unique opportunity to boost state revenue that we think you'll find intriguing. Bonus: it's already haunted! 👻 Happy Halloween, Texas! 🤠 🎃
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
8 years
Poor roads cost us, but infrastructure spending benefits the economy. #FiscalNotes #txlege
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
7 years
Hilda G. Tagle is the first Mexican American woman to serve as a federal judge in Texas. #HispanicHeritageMonth
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
8 years
Though only one floor, don’t accuse the @mcallenlibrary of being only a single “story.” #library #bookloversday
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
1 year
Our team is currently working to restore service to Webfile. We will provide an update here when the issue is resolved and the site is operational. (2/2)
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
5 years
. @NASA_Johnson supports more than 47,000 jobs in the Gulf Coast Region. Like the work it does, the center’s reach goes even further. 🚀🌌 Comptroller @Glenn_Hegar talked with “Houston We Have a Podcast” about #NASA ’s impact on the Texas economy.
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
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From the Gulf to the Plains and beyond, Texas is diverse in geography and culture. But Texas is more than a state—it’s a shared mindset that exemplifies hard work, a can-do attitude and an appreciation for others. Happy Independence Day, Texas!
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
3 years
Before heading to the store this weekend, check our list to see which emergency prep supplies are sales tax free during the #TXTaxHoliday !
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
2 years
It’s that time of year again! The back-to-school #TXTaxHoliday is just around the corner. Eligible items include: 🧑‍⚕️👮🏾‍♂️🪖 Uniforms 👕👖🩳 👟 Clothing 🎒📓 🖊️School Supplies
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
4 years
Today Comptroller @Glenn_Hegar released a revision to the 2020-21 Certification Revenue Estimate, projecting a 9.5% drop in GR-R funds available for general-purpose spending. #txlege
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
4 years
The items below can be really helpful in an emergency and they are tax free April 24-26! There's no limit on the number of qualifying items you can purchase tax free. Plus, you can shop online or in person. #TxTaxHoliday #EmergencyPreparedness
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
8 years
Many items for school & work are sales tax free Aug. 5-7. See the list: #TXTaxHoliday
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
2 years
Take a dip in cool water, hike your way to a new view or camp under the stars at one of Texas' many state parks during #GreatOutdoorMonth 🏊‍♀️🥾🏕️🌌 Learn how taking part in these activities is good for the #TXEconomy at #FiscalNotes :
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
7 years
A downloadable list to help you shop for Texas’ Emergency Preparation Supplies Tax Holiday? 🙌 #txtaxholiday Get it here:
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
8 years
Texas has more #cattle than most states have people. It produces about 20% of the nation’s beef cattle. #txag #goodfortx
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
4 years
. @rossramsey enjoyed the breakfast of champions during his interview with Comptroller @Glenn_Hegar . You can watch the replay (of the interview, that is) here:
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
3 years
Comptroller @Glenn_Hegar just announced a revised revenue projection for the 2022-23 biennium. The estimate now forecasts $115.65 billion available for #txlege general-purpose spending, an increase of $3.12 billion from the January BRE.
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
4 years
Starting today through April 26, certain emergency preparation supplies are tax free in Texas. Whether you shop in-store or online, there is no limit on the number of qualifying items you can purchase. Get the list here: #TxTaxHoliday @TDEM @FEMARegion6
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
6 years
What can happen when leaders in business & government work together? Today, Comptroller @Glenn_Hegar , @GovAbbott & @Texas4Women discussed strategies to make Texas the best state for #womenownedbiz . #goodfortx
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
6 years
Happy Birthday, Mr. Overton! 🎂
@TxHistComm
Texas Historical Commission
6 years
Happy 112th birthday to America’s oldest living man and WWII veteran, Richard Overton. Born in Bastrop County in 1906, Overton served in the South Pacific. He resides in his home in East Austin, where he enjoys cigars and drinking whiskey on his front porch. Photo c/o @statesman .
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
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Today we honor and pay tribute to peace officers who have died in the line of duty.
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
7 years
The #txeconomy expanded during the first quarter of 2017, ranked #1 in the country for GSP growth.
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
4 years
Here it is. Comptroller @Glenn_Hegar has just announced a $112.5 billion revenue projection for the 2022-23 biennium. The ending 2020-21 balance will be close to -$1 billion, a direct result of COVID-19’s effect on revenue collections. #BREMonday
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
9 years
The First Legislature of the state of Texas convened 170 years ago today. #txlege
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Texas Comptroller
5 years
There's no limit on the number of qualifying items you can purchase tax free this weekend, but you should limit distance by at least 6 ft. from others while shopping. #StayHomeTexas and shop online if you can. #TXTaxHoliday
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
3 years
Texas has more female farmers (156,233) than any other U.S. state, according to the 2017 Census of Agriculture. These women work on more than 54 million acres of Texas land, contributing more than $8.7 billion in economic activity. 👩🏽‍🌾‍🌾🐷🐂🥬🐝🐑🍑🫐🌽🥜🌻🍊 #WomensHistoryMonth
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
2 years
On the agenda today #BREMonday
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
8 years
Always proud to meet the men and women who serve our country. This group of airmen welcomed us at #LacklandAFB . --GH
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
7 years
Returning BILLIONS 💵 to Texans! Find your unclaimed funds at .
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Texas Comptroller
8 years
The first state...The only state...with FOUR triple-A credit ratings. #countem #texas #txlege
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
4 years
'Tis the season for miracles. Just in time for Christmas, we were able to return more than $19,000 to @safoodbank , enough to provide nearly 140,000 meals.
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
9 years
Backpacks and pencils and socks–oh my! Parents get tax relief during sales tax holiday 8/7-9. http://t.co/ifY45Qj6jO http://t.co/HJyJzsURdW
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
4 years
The entire past year has felt like one big April Fools' Day joke.
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
4 years
Comptroller @Glenn_Hegar announced a tax due date extension in light of widespread power outages caused by unprecedented winter storms. The extension applies automatically. "Right now, we want business owners to focus on their own safety ...” More info:
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
4 years
The projection we release on #BREMonday will forecast revenue more than 30 months ahead. That’s not a typo – just an essential part of the budget process. #txlege
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
7 years
Texas has issued various temporary suspensions for vehicles engaged in disaster relief. @GovAbbott Get the details:
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Texas Comptroller
2 years
Today Comptroller @Glenn_Hegar released a revision to the 2022-23 Certification Revenue Estimate (CRE), projecting a 10.2% increase in GR-R funds available for general-purpose spending. #txlege
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
3 years
Be prepared for any weather emergency! Starting tomorrow you can buy emergency preparation supplies tax-free. For a full list of qualifying items 👉 #TXTaxHoliday : @FEMARegion6 @TDEM
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@txcomptroller
Texas Comptroller
7 years
We interrupt your summer break to bring you this reminder! The annual #txtaxholiday is happening Aug. 11-13. Visit
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