Texas sales tax revenue climbs, but energy declines weigh on budget

Staff Reports
Posted 1/8/26

Texas reported $4.3 billion in state sales tax collections in December 2025, up 5.7% from the prior year, signaling strong consumer spending. However, the increase masks sharp declines in …

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