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For Texas, Energy Dominance Means Embracing – Not Limiting – Renewable Energy Power Generation

By staylor@pluspr.com | April 18, 2025

As the undisputed energy capital of North America – and perhaps the world – Texas has derived much of its strength from embracing an all-of-the-above-and-below approach to energy. This approach has fueled the economic miracle, making Texas the 8th largest economy in the world. In fact, when you look at the Electric Reliability Council of…

New Report Shows Renewable Energy Critical to Keeping Texas Competitive

By diegoleibman | April 16, 2025

TAB-commissioned study finds restricting renewable projects could raise power bills 10% and leave hundreds of thousands without electricity during peak demand. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: gabriela@txbiz.org April 16, 2025 AUSTIN, TEXAS – A new analysis by Aurora Energy Research, commissioned by the Texas Association of Business (TAB), finds that limiting renewable energy development in…

TAB Applauds Trump Administration’s 90-Day Pause in Tariffs on Global Trade Partners

By staylor@pluspr.com | April 9, 2025

AUSTIN, TEXAS – Texas Association of Business (TAB) President & CEO Glenn Hamer issued the following statement today after the Trump Administration announced a 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs for more than U.S. 75 trading partners: “We applaud the Trump administration for taking the important and necessary step to pause reciprocal tariffs in order to establish favorable…

Solidifying the Texas-Israel Relationship to Strengthen our Economic Future

By diegoleibman | March 18, 2025

Last week, I was honored to testify in favor of Senator Phil King’s proposed Texas SenateConcurrent Resolution 24 (SCR 24), supporting an even stronger relationship between Texas andIsrael, as well as establishing a new Texas Trade and Investment Office in Jerusalem. This resolution is an important step toward guaranteeing that the ties between Texas and…

#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)…

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For Texas, Energy Dominance Means Embracing – Not Limiting – Renewable Energy Power Generation

By staylor@pluspr.com | April 18, 2025 | Comments Off on For Texas, Energy Dominance Means Embracing – Not Limiting – Renewable Energy Power Generation

As the undisputed energy capital of North America – and perhaps the world – Texas has derived much of its strength from embracing an all-of-the-above-and-below approach to energy. This approach has fueled the economic miracle, making Texas the 8th largest economy in the world. In fact, when you look at the Electric Reliability Council of…

New Report Shows Renewable Energy Critical to Keeping Texas Competitive

By diegoleibman | April 16, 2025 | Comments Off on New Report Shows Renewable Energy Critical to Keeping Texas Competitive

TAB-commissioned study finds restricting renewable projects could raise power bills 10% and leave hundreds of thousands without electricity during peak demand. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: gabriela@txbiz.org April 16, 2025 AUSTIN, TEXAS – A new analysis by Aurora Energy Research, commissioned by the Texas Association of Business (TAB), finds that limiting renewable energy development in…

TAB Applauds Trump Administration’s 90-Day Pause in Tariffs on Global Trade Partners

By staylor@pluspr.com | April 9, 2025 | Comments Off on TAB Applauds Trump Administration’s 90-Day Pause in Tariffs on Global Trade Partners

AUSTIN, TEXAS – Texas Association of Business (TAB) President & CEO Glenn Hamer issued the following statement today after the Trump Administration announced a 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs for more than U.S. 75 trading partners: “We applaud the Trump administration for taking the important and necessary step to pause reciprocal tariffs in order to establish favorable…

Solidifying the Texas-Israel Relationship to Strengthen our Economic Future

By diegoleibman | March 18, 2025 | Comments Off on Solidifying the Texas-Israel Relationship to Strengthen our Economic Future

Last week, I was honored to testify in favor of Senator Phil King’s proposed Texas SenateConcurrent Resolution 24 (SCR 24), supporting an even stronger relationship between Texas andIsrael, as well as establishing a new Texas Trade and Investment Office in Jerusalem. This resolution is an important step toward guaranteeing that the ties between Texas and…

#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)…

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For Texas, Energy Dominance Means Embracing – Not Limiting – Renewable Energy Power Generation

By staylor@pluspr.com | April 18, 2025

As the undisputed energy capital of North America – and perhaps the world – Texas has derived much of its strength from embracing an all-of-the-above-and-below approach to energy. This approach has fueled the economic miracle, making Texas the 8th largest economy in the world. In fact, when you look at the Electric Reliability Council of…

New Report Shows Renewable Energy Critical to Keeping Texas Competitive

By diegoleibman | April 16, 2025

TAB-commissioned study finds restricting renewable projects could raise power bills 10% and leave hundreds of thousands without electricity during peak demand. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: gabriela@txbiz.org April 16, 2025 AUSTIN, TEXAS – A new analysis by Aurora Energy Research, commissioned by the Texas Association of Business (TAB), finds that limiting renewable energy development in…

TAB Applauds Trump Administration’s 90-Day Pause in Tariffs on Global Trade Partners

By staylor@pluspr.com | April 9, 2025

AUSTIN, TEXAS – Texas Association of Business (TAB) President & CEO Glenn Hamer issued the following statement today after the Trump Administration announced a 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs for more than U.S. 75 trading partners: “We applaud the Trump administration for taking the important and necessary step to pause reciprocal tariffs in order to establish favorable…

Solidifying the Texas-Israel Relationship to Strengthen our Economic Future

By diegoleibman | March 18, 2025

Last week, I was honored to testify in favor of Senator Phil King’s proposed Texas SenateConcurrent Resolution 24 (SCR 24), supporting an even stronger relationship between Texas andIsrael, as well as establishing a new Texas Trade and Investment Office in Jerusalem. This resolution is an important step toward guaranteeing that the ties between Texas and…

#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)…

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