The Texas Conservative Coalition Research Institute (TCCRI) is a conservative think tank in Texas. It was founded in 1996 by state legislators who had a vision to develop and implement conservative public policies in state government. The group states that it "is committed to shaping public policy through a principled approach to state government."[4]
| Founder(s) | Texas Conservative Coalition (legislative caucus) |
|---|---|
| Established | 1996[1] |
| Focus | Conservative public policies in state government |
| Chair | Larry Taylor[2] |
| Budget | Revenue: $955,909 Expenses: $1,192,239 (FYE December 2015)[3] |
| Website | Official website |
Texas State Senator Larry Taylor was selected as the group's chairman in February 2015.[2] Jeff Sandefer sits on the organization's board.[5]
The group has fought energy regulations in Texas[6] and opposed stricter campaign finance disclosure limits.[7]
References
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- ^ "TX Conservative Coalition elects Harper Brown President". Greater Irving Chamber of Commerce. April 2012. Retrieved 6 March 2015.
- ^ a b "TCCRI Announces Senator Larry Taylor as New Board President". Texas Conservative Coalition Research Institute. Retrieved 6 March 2015.
- ^ "Texas Conservative Coalition Research Institute" (PDF). Foundation Center. Retrieved 26 May 2017.
- ^ "LIFT Principles". Texas Conservative Coalition Research Institute. Retrieved 6 March 2015.
- ^ McGaughy, Lauren; Saleh Rauf, David (May 22, 2015). "Tax records show oil billionaire behind videotape scheme at Capitol". Retrieved 10 June 2015.
- ^ "Texas GOP Vows To Fight Feds Over Energy Regulation". CBS. Associated Press. July 19, 2012. Retrieved 6 March 2015.
- ^ "Texas Lawmakers Mull More 'Dark Money' Disclosure". CBS. May 1, 2014. Retrieved 6 March 2015.
External links
edit- Official website
- Organizational Profile – National Center for Charitable Statistics (Urban Institute)
- "Texas Conservative Coalition". Charity Navigator.
- "Texas Conservative Coalition". GuideStar.
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