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#DEXIT: As Companies Leave Delaware, Texas to Become Premiere Destination for Business Incorporations

By diegoleibman | March 13, 2025

The Lone Star State isn’t just open for business – it’s setting the gold standard. With a $2.6 trillion economy, 52 Fortune 500 headquarters calling our state home, and being crowned the Best Business Climate in the Nation, we are pushing the boundaries for endless innovation and flourishing businesses. For the 13th consecutive year, we’ve won…

TAB Calls for Extension of R&D Tax Credits to Boost Texas Economy

By diegoleibman | March 13, 2025

New study finds extension would create thousands of jobs and generate billions in economic output over next decade AUSTIN, TEXAS – Today, the Texas Association of Business (TAB) called on Texas lawmakers to approve an extension of research and development (R&D) tax credits. These credits are responsible for massive economic growth and an extension would…

Texas Set to Lead: Governor Abbott’s “Bigger, Better Texas” Economic Development Strategic Plan

By diegoleibman | March 11, 2025

Texas stands as a beacon of innovation — a premier destination to visit, live, work and build a business. Home to more than 50 Fortune 500 companies, our economy continues to grow at an unprecedented pace. Just last week, Texas won its 13th consecutive Governor’s Cup from Site Selection magazine, surpassing every other U.S. state in…

Texas Legislature Must Protect Texas Families, Workers and Employers by Preserving ERISA Benefits

By diegoleibman | March 6, 2025

Since 1974, the federal Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) has helped employers provide high-quality benefits for millions of Americans and Texans. This important regulatory framework has remained intact for 50 years, providing consistency that allows employers to operate confidently across state lines, minimizing the administrative burdens that would otherwise come with a patchwork of…

Cutting Red Tape and Fueling Growth for Texas Small Businesses

By diegoleibman | March 4, 2025

In Texas, we pride ourselves on our thriving small businesses that fuel our pro-jobs, pro-business environment. In fact, the 3.1 million small businesses in Texas account for 99% of all businesses and employ nearly half of our state’s workforce. As the world’s 8th largest economy, Texas is competing with the top economies across the globe, which…

TAB, NFIB Applaud Recommendations for Removing Barriers to Small Business Success in Governor’s Small Business Freedom Council Report

By diegoleibman | March 3, 2025

AUSTIN, TEXAS – Today, the Texas Association of Business (TAB) and the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) applauded the release of key legislative recommendations to enhance Texas’ business environment in a new report from Governor Abbott’s Small Business Freedom Council. Following the report’s release, TAB President & CEO Glenn Hamer and National Federation for Independent Business (NFIB)…

America and Texas’ Pivotal Moment: Embracing AI and Innovation

By diegoleibman | February 28, 2025

Texas – and our nation – are in the middle of a defining moment for our economic and technological future. The 21st century economy has rapidly evolved in recent years, bringing with it a pioneering technology that has revolutionized the way we do business, enhancing efficiencies and fueling economic growth: Artificial Intelligence (AI). With AI and…

Strengthening Cross-Border Commerce

By diegoleibman | February 27, 2025

Texas’ position as a global economic powerhouse in part hinges on the seamless flow of tariff-free trade with our North American partners. Our  largest trading partner by far is Mexico, which accounted for $281 billion worth of trade just last year. Canada is out second top trading partner accounting for $75 billion. For 23 consecutive years, Texas…

Texas Association of Business Launches Texas Leads Trade Coalition to Strengthen North American Economic Ties

By diegoleibman | February 13, 2025

AUSTIN, TEXAS – Today, the Texas Association of Business (TAB) officially launched Texas Leads Trade, a coalition uniting business leaders to reinforce Texas’ status as the nation’s top trading state and strengthen North America’s economic ties. “As the top exporting state for 23 consecutive years, Texas thrives on robust trade relationships that fuel job creation, economic…

TAB, Texas Business Leaders Urge EPA to Clear Permitting Backlog and Grant Texas Primacy for Carbon Capture Projects

By diegoleibman | February 11, 2025

Austin, TX – Today, the Texas Association of Business (TAB) joined leading Texas business organizations in urging the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to clear the agency’s massive backlog of Class VI well applications and accelerate Texas’ primacy application to ensure that our state continues to lead as the world’s largest energy producer. In a letter to EPA Administrator…

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#DEXIT: As Companies Leave Delaware, Texas to Become Premiere Destination for Business Incorporations

By diegoleibman | March 13, 2025 | Comments Off on #DEXIT: As Companies Leave Delaware, Texas to Become Premiere Destination for Business Incorporations

The Lone Star State isn’t just open for business – it’s setting the gold standard. With a $2.6 trillion economy, 52 Fortune 500 headquarters calling our state home, and being crowned the Best Business Climate in the Nation, we are pushing the boundaries for endless innovation and flourishing businesses. For the 13th consecutive year, we’ve won…

TAB Calls for Extension of R&D Tax Credits to Boost Texas Economy

By diegoleibman | March 13, 2025 | Comments Off on TAB Calls for Extension of R&D Tax Credits to Boost Texas Economy

New study finds extension would create thousands of jobs and generate billions in economic output over next decade AUSTIN, TEXAS – Today, the Texas Association of Business (TAB) called on Texas lawmakers to approve an extension of research and development (R&D) tax credits. These credits are responsible for massive economic growth and an extension would…

Texas Set to Lead: Governor Abbott’s “Bigger, Better Texas” Economic Development Strategic Plan

By diegoleibman | March 11, 2025 | Comments Off on Texas Set to Lead: Governor Abbott’s “Bigger, Better Texas” Economic Development Strategic Plan

Texas stands as a beacon of innovation — a premier destination to visit, live, work and build a business. Home to more than 50 Fortune 500 companies, our economy continues to grow at an unprecedented pace. Just last week, Texas won its 13th consecutive Governor’s Cup from Site Selection magazine, surpassing every other U.S. state in…

Texas Legislature Must Protect Texas Families, Workers and Employers by Preserving ERISA Benefits

By diegoleibman | March 6, 2025 | Comments Off on Texas Legislature Must Protect Texas Families, Workers and Employers by Preserving ERISA Benefits

Since 1974, the federal Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) has helped employers provide high-quality benefits for millions of Americans and Texans. This important regulatory framework has remained intact for 50 years, providing consistency that allows employers to operate confidently across state lines, minimizing the administrative burdens that would otherwise come with a patchwork of…

Cutting Red Tape and Fueling Growth for Texas Small Businesses

By diegoleibman | March 4, 2025 | Comments Off on Cutting Red Tape and Fueling Growth for Texas Small Businesses

In Texas, we pride ourselves on our thriving small businesses that fuel our pro-jobs, pro-business environment. In fact, the 3.1 million small businesses in Texas account for 99% of all businesses and employ nearly half of our state’s workforce. As the world’s 8th largest economy, Texas is competing with the top economies across the globe, which…

TAB, NFIB Applaud Recommendations for Removing Barriers to Small Business Success in Governor’s Small Business Freedom Council Report

By diegoleibman | March 3, 2025 | Comments Off on TAB, NFIB Applaud Recommendations for Removing Barriers to Small Business Success in Governor’s Small Business Freedom Council Report

AUSTIN, TEXAS – Today, the Texas Association of Business (TAB) and the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) applauded the release of key legislative recommendations to enhance Texas’ business environment in a new report from Governor Abbott’s Small Business Freedom Council. Following the report’s release, TAB President & CEO Glenn Hamer and National Federation for Independent Business (NFIB)…

America and Texas’ Pivotal Moment: Embracing AI and Innovation

By diegoleibman | February 28, 2025 | Comments Off on America and Texas’ Pivotal Moment: Embracing AI and Innovation

Texas – and our nation – are in the middle of a defining moment for our economic and technological future. The 21st century economy has rapidly evolved in recent years, bringing with it a pioneering technology that has revolutionized the way we do business, enhancing efficiencies and fueling economic growth: Artificial Intelligence (AI). With AI and…

Strengthening Cross-Border Commerce

By diegoleibman | February 27, 2025 | Comments Off on Strengthening Cross-Border Commerce

Texas’ position as a global economic powerhouse in part hinges on the seamless flow of tariff-free trade with our North American partners. Our  largest trading partner by far is Mexico, which accounted for $281 billion worth of trade just last year. Canada is out second top trading partner accounting for $75 billion. For 23 consecutive years, Texas…

Texas Association of Business Launches Texas Leads Trade Coalition to Strengthen North American Economic Ties

By diegoleibman | February 13, 2025 | Comments Off on Texas Association of Business Launches Texas Leads Trade Coalition to Strengthen North American Economic Ties

AUSTIN, TEXAS – Today, the Texas Association of Business (TAB) officially launched Texas Leads Trade, a coalition uniting business leaders to reinforce Texas’ status as the nation’s top trading state and strengthen North America’s economic ties. “As the top exporting state for 23 consecutive years, Texas thrives on robust trade relationships that fuel job creation, economic…

TAB, Texas Business Leaders Urge EPA to Clear Permitting Backlog and Grant Texas Primacy for Carbon Capture Projects

By diegoleibman | February 11, 2025 | Comments Off on TAB, Texas Business Leaders Urge EPA to Clear Permitting Backlog and Grant Texas Primacy for Carbon Capture Projects

Austin, TX – Today, the Texas Association of Business (TAB) joined leading Texas business organizations in urging the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to clear the agency’s massive backlog of Class VI well applications and accelerate Texas’ primacy application to ensure that our state continues to lead as the world’s largest energy producer. In a letter to EPA Administrator…

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#DEXIT: As Companies Leave Delaware, Texas to Become Premiere Destination for Business Incorporations

By diegoleibman | March 13, 2025

The Lone Star State isn’t just open for business – it’s setting the gold standard. With a $2.6 trillion economy, 52 Fortune 500 headquarters calling our state home, and being crowned the Best Business Climate in the Nation, we are pushing the boundaries for endless innovation and flourishing businesses. For the 13th consecutive year, we’ve won…

TAB Calls for Extension of R&D Tax Credits to Boost Texas Economy

By diegoleibman | March 13, 2025

New study finds extension would create thousands of jobs and generate billions in economic output over next decade AUSTIN, TEXAS – Today, the Texas Association of Business (TAB) called on Texas lawmakers to approve an extension of research and development (R&D) tax credits. These credits are responsible for massive economic growth and an extension would…

Texas Set to Lead: Governor Abbott’s “Bigger, Better Texas” Economic Development Strategic Plan

By diegoleibman | March 11, 2025

Texas stands as a beacon of innovation — a premier destination to visit, live, work and build a business. Home to more than 50 Fortune 500 companies, our economy continues to grow at an unprecedented pace. Just last week, Texas won its 13th consecutive Governor’s Cup from Site Selection magazine, surpassing every other U.S. state in…

Texas Legislature Must Protect Texas Families, Workers and Employers by Preserving ERISA Benefits

By diegoleibman | March 6, 2025

Since 1974, the federal Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) has helped employers provide high-quality benefits for millions of Americans and Texans. This important regulatory framework has remained intact for 50 years, providing consistency that allows employers to operate confidently across state lines, minimizing the administrative burdens that would otherwise come with a patchwork of…

Cutting Red Tape and Fueling Growth for Texas Small Businesses

By diegoleibman | March 4, 2025

In Texas, we pride ourselves on our thriving small businesses that fuel our pro-jobs, pro-business environment. In fact, the 3.1 million small businesses in Texas account for 99% of all businesses and employ nearly half of our state’s workforce. As the world’s 8th largest economy, Texas is competing with the top economies across the globe, which…

TAB, NFIB Applaud Recommendations for Removing Barriers to Small Business Success in Governor’s Small Business Freedom Council Report

By diegoleibman | March 3, 2025

AUSTIN, TEXAS – Today, the Texas Association of Business (TAB) and the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) applauded the release of key legislative recommendations to enhance Texas’ business environment in a new report from Governor Abbott’s Small Business Freedom Council. Following the report’s release, TAB President & CEO Glenn Hamer and National Federation for Independent Business (NFIB)…

America and Texas’ Pivotal Moment: Embracing AI and Innovation

By diegoleibman | February 28, 2025

Texas – and our nation – are in the middle of a defining moment for our economic and technological future. The 21st century economy has rapidly evolved in recent years, bringing with it a pioneering technology that has revolutionized the way we do business, enhancing efficiencies and fueling economic growth: Artificial Intelligence (AI). With AI and…

Strengthening Cross-Border Commerce

By diegoleibman | February 27, 2025

Texas’ position as a global economic powerhouse in part hinges on the seamless flow of tariff-free trade with our North American partners. Our  largest trading partner by far is Mexico, which accounted for $281 billion worth of trade just last year. Canada is out second top trading partner accounting for $75 billion. For 23 consecutive years, Texas…

Texas Association of Business Launches Texas Leads Trade Coalition to Strengthen North American Economic Ties

By diegoleibman | February 13, 2025

AUSTIN, TEXAS – Today, the Texas Association of Business (TAB) officially launched Texas Leads Trade, a coalition uniting business leaders to reinforce Texas’ status as the nation’s top trading state and strengthen North America’s economic ties. “As the top exporting state for 23 consecutive years, Texas thrives on robust trade relationships that fuel job creation, economic…

TAB, Texas Business Leaders Urge EPA to Clear Permitting Backlog and Grant Texas Primacy for Carbon Capture Projects

By diegoleibman | February 11, 2025

Austin, TX – Today, the Texas Association of Business (TAB) joined leading Texas business organizations in urging the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to clear the agency’s massive backlog of Class VI well applications and accelerate Texas’ primacy application to ensure that our state continues to lead as the world’s largest energy producer. In a letter to EPA Administrator…

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