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Building a Resilient Houston: Why Infrastructure Is Everyone’s Business

6/11/25
As Houston continues to grow and evolve, the importance of robust and forward-thinking infrastructure becomes increasingly paramount. The Greater Houston Partnership's Transportation &…
Public Policy

Houston’s Impact in Austin: Legislative Wins from the 89th Session

6/2/25
As the 89th Texas Legislative Session concludes, several key policy measures aligned with the Greater Houston Partnership’s priorities were advanced. With 1 in 4 Texas jobs based in the Houston metro…
Public Policy

Texas Legislature Greenlights $3B Initiative to Advance Dementia Research

5/29/25
Texas lawmakers have passed legislation that could position the state as a global leader in dementia prevention and research.   The passage of Senate Bill 5 establishes the Dementia Prevention and…
Public Policy

Mayor Whitmire Puts Forth Balanced Budget for FY 26, Closing Major Budget Shortfall

5/8/25
Mayor John Whitmire released the City of Houston’s proposed $7 billion Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 operating budget, which includes a balanced General Fund. For Houston’s business community, sound fiscal…
Education

New Report Highlights 'Substantial Improvements' at HISD Schools

4/22/25
A new report and podcast are casting a national spotlight on one of the most important education stories in the state – the dramatic turnaround at Houston ISD under Superintendent Mike Miles. The…
Education

Texas School Accountability Back in Focus After Court Ruling

4/10/25
Texas policymakers, educational leaders, and parents all have a vested interest in ensuring public schools meet high standards—and that starts with a transparent, reliable school accountability…
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