Brian Harrison, a notable figure in Texas politics, recently expressed his concerns over the outcomes of the 89th Legislature through a series of tweets. His statements focused on urging Governor Greg Abbott to take decisive actions regarding certain legislative measures and criticized the perceived lack of fiscal conservatism within the state government.
On June 3, 2025, Harrison called upon Governor Abbott to veto specific bills that he described as some of “the worst” from the recent legislative session. He also urged for an immediate special session with the aim to eliminate property taxes. Harrison emphasized that Texans deserve “bold, conservative leadership.” The full tweet can be viewed here.
In another tweet posted shortly after, Harrison addressed Governor Abbott directly, reflecting on the expectations set by Texas voters who had given Republicans control over all branches of Texas government. He stated that these voters demanded a “bold, conservative session” which would involve slashing government spending and ending property taxes while protecting liberty. However, according to Harrison, these goals were not met as “spending exploded” and numerous new government agencies were established. The original tweet is available here.
Later that day, Harrison further criticized the Texas government’s approach to fiscal management. He asserted that it had abandoned any semblance of fiscal conservatism or limited governance principles. He accused the legislature (TxLege) of increasing spending significantly and creating numerous new agencies while promoting crony corporatism and corporate welfare practices. According to him, almost all Republicans supported these actions. This tweet can be found here.
Harrison’s comments come amidst ongoing debates about property tax reforms in Texas—a topic that has been contentious among state lawmakers and constituents alike.
