Texas Conservative Coalition Research Institute
| Texas Conservative Coalition Research Institute | |
|---|---|
| Founder(s) | Texas Conservative Coalition (legislative caucus) |
| Established | 1996[1] |
| Focus | Conservative public policies in state government |
| Chairman | Larry Taylor[2] |
| Budget |
Revenue: $669,146 Expenses: $838,815 (FYE December 2013)[3] |
| Website | Official website |
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] Texas State Senator Larry Taylor was selected as the group's chairman in February 2015.[2]
Activities
The group has fought energy regulations in Texas.[5] TCCRI has opposed stricter campaign finance disclosure limits.[6]
References
- ↑ "TX Conservative Coalition elects Harper Brown President". Greater Irving Chamber of Commerce. April 2012. Retrieved 6 March 2015.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 "TCCRI Announces Senator Larry Taylor as New Board President". Texas Conservative Coalition Research Institute. Retrieved 6 March 2015.
- ↑ "Quickview data". GuideStar. See also "Charity Rating". Charity Navigator.
- ↑ "LIFT Principles". Texas Conservative Coalition Research Institute. Retrieved 6 March 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.