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Electric component and semiconductor manufacturing dominates the Capital Region.
 EVALUATING A DIVERSE ECONOMY
Texas Industries Concentrate Within Regions
While Texas might best be known for oil and gas, exploring each of the state’s regions can uncover other industries contributing to our economy and character.
Data analysts use a location quotient (LQ), which compares an industry’s size in a particular area with its size in the U.S. economy. An LQ is one economic indicator that highlights industries concentrated in a region, a consequential factor for those areas even when the industries aren’t as prominent statewide.
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FROM THE DESK OF GLENN HEGAR
Let's Learn from Disaster
Hurricane Beryl left millions without power for days or even weeks. Comptroller Hegar reiterates his call for a more resilient electric grid, capable of withstanding severe weather.
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FUTURE FORWARD
Army Command Steps Ahead
The Austin-based Army Futures Command remains at the forefront of technological innovation by collaborating with businesses, universities and multinational experts.
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GOOD FOR TEXAS TOUR
Archives Share Stories
Texas has three presidential libraries — more than any other state. We created short video summaries showing how these landmarks preserve pivotal moments in U.S. history and teach lessons for today.
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BOOT II Kicks Off Next Round of Grants
The Comptroller's Broadband Development Office (BDO) is accepting grant applications for the second round of Bringing Online Opportunities to Texas funding. Applications are due by Aug. 26 at 2 p.m. CDT. This competitive grant program could help more than 97,000 Texans who lack connectivity.
Watch Fiscal Notes for more upcoming BDO news.
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Left to right: FTA Board President Nick Maduros, Texas Associate Deputy Comptroller Phillip Ashley and FTA Executive Director Sharonne Bonardi.
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INDUSTRY ACCOLADES
Fiscal Notes Wins Award
We’re honored to share that Fiscal Notes has received the Excellence in Tax Administration Award from the Federation of Tax Administrators (FTA). The award recognizes the innovative work behind the publication’s recent redesign — the Comptroller office's latest step forward in nearly 50 years of economic reporting.
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