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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 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…
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…
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…
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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TAB, Business Leaders Discuss Supply Chain Resiliency with U.S. Department of Commerce
Last week, the Texas Association of Business (TAB) had the honor of hosting Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Industry & Analysis Grant T. Harris for a productive roundtable discussion on July 17, 2024. This gathering brought together representatives from the Department of Commerce, business leaders, and key industry stakeholders to delve into supply chain resilience conversations…
TAB Hosts Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Industry & Analysis Grant T. Harris for Roundtable on Supply Chain Resiliency
AUSTIN, TEXAS – This week, the Texas Association of Business (TAB) hosted a roundtable in Austin, Texas, with Assistant Secretary of Commerce Grant Harris and business leaders and industry stakeholders to discuss ongoing efforts by the Department of Commerce’s Supply Chain Center to mitigate supply chain vulnerabilities and enhance economic resilience. The productive roundtable discussion…
TAB Hosts Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Industry & Analysis Grant T. Harris for Roundtable on Supply Chain Resiliency
AUSTIN, TEXAS – This week, the Texas Association of Business (TAB) hosted a roundtable in Austin, Texas, with Assistant Secretary of Commerce Grant Harris and business leaders and industry stakeholders to discuss ongoing efforts by the Department of Commerce’s Supply Chain Center to mitigate supply chain vulnerabilities and enhance economic resilience. The productive roundtable discussion…
Polling Shows Likely Voters in Texas Want an “All of the Above” Energy Policy and Solidly Oppose Biden-Harris Gas-Car Ban
AUSTIN, TEXAS – New polling conducted in Texas on behalf of the Texas Association of Business and American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) shows that among likely voters, the United States is on the wrong track and there is strong opposition to government policies designed to ban new gas-powered vehicles. Further, a supermajority of likely voters say that this…
Polling Shows Likely Voters in Texas Want an “All of the Above” Energy Policy and Solidly Oppose Biden-Harris Gas-Car Ban
AUSTIN, TEXAS – New polling conducted in Texas on behalf of the Texas Association of Business and American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) shows that among likely voters, the United States is on the wrong track and there is strong opposition to government policies designed to ban new gas-powered vehicles. Further, a supermajority of likely voters say that this…
When it Comes to Attracting Businesses, Texas is in a League of its Own
At a time when our state is still reeling from a natural disaster, some have opportunistically sought to take a political swing at the Lone Star State in an effort to lure businesses back to high-tax, high-regulation states from which people and businesses have fled in droves in recent years, including from Illinois. However, when it comes…
New State of Texas Office in Taipei Helps Solidify Texas-Taiwan Relationship
Governor Greg Abbott recently embarked on an economic development trip to East Asia, with Taiwan being the first stop. His visit with Taiwanese leaders culminated in a historic announcement: the forthcoming establishment of a State of Texas Taiwan Office in Taipei. This bold move signifies the Lone Star State’s commitment to strengthening bilateral ties with Taiwan,…
TAB’s Visit to Rio Grande Valley Underscores Importance of Regional Economic Development Collaboration
I recently had the privilege of joining Texas Association of Business (TAB) Chairman Massey Villarreal and Ramiro Cavazos, President and CEO of the U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, for a series of engaging and important events with the Rio Grande Valley (RGV) Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. First, I delivered the keynote address on Leadership at…
Nuclear Energy is Critical for Texas’ ‘All-of-the-Above’ Approach to Energy Dominance
As we approach another scorching Texas summer, the demand for electricity is poised to reach unprecedented levels. The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) has already issued a warning of heightened stress on the grid in August, underscoring the urgent need to continue expanding our capacity to generate reliable power to support the incredible population…
The Impact of Federal Overreach on Texas’ Business Environment
Last week, I had the privilege of testifying on behalf of the Texas Association of Business (TAB) before the Texas Senate Natural Resources & Economic Development Committee on the growing issue of federal interference and the risk it poses to our state’s economy. Recent federal restrictions on LNG exports, along with other stringent regulatory measures,…
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