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When bad actors put the lives and livelihoods of Texas families at risk, that wrongdoer should be held accountable. This simple concept, immortalized in the Seventh Amendment of our Constitution, is under attack.
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As our state’s economy thrives and our population booms, Texas families and communities face new threats to their physical and financial safety. On the road, on the job, and in the home, Texans are looking for meaningful protections and strong accountability measures.
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Insurance

Texans pay their insurance premiums each month in exchange for a promise that their claims will be payed in full and on time. Over the past decade, insurance companies have carved up their policies, offering less coverage, while continuing to raise premiums.
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Homeowners and drivers are paying a lot more for less insurance coverage. Insurance companies have hiked our rates in Texas over twice the national average.

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The federal government has reversed protections on glyphosate. Lawmakers must defend your right to know and protect the health and safety of your family.

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Investigate the Insurance Industry

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The 89th Legislature: Sine Die

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Recent News & Podcasts

Texans Need Real Insurance Reform, Not More Tired Tort "Reform"

Lawmakers rejected attempts last session to restrict legal rights and remedies because those restrictions would only hurt innocent Texans. Lobbyists are at it again with the same old script. 

Our Newest Team Member

We are pleased to welcome Aidan Gonzalez to our team this fall as our Policy Intern. In this role, Aidan is researching key issues that will come before the Texas Legislature when lawmakers convene in January. 

Insurance Recommendations Submitted to House Committee on Insurance

The House Committee on Insurance is meeting today to take up their interim charges. 

We submitted these recommendations to help them protect consumers and ensure appraisals are fair.

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Episode 84: Investigate the Insurance Industry

In this episode, we discuss the need to investigate the insurance industry in order to protect policyholders. Check out our YouTube video for links shared in this episode.

Episode 83: The Rundown - Summer 2026

In this Summer 2026 edition of the Rundown, Executive Director Ware Wendell updates the public about problems with the insurance industry and threats to our safety. Check out our YouTube video for links shared in this episode.

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