Guide to the history and current status of Texas state revenue sources from the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts.

This document references the U. S. Acid Rain Program and looks at the Programs accomplishments and effects. Additionally, it offers the program as a template for implementing a Cap-and Trade Program.

An article which discusses the purpose of the Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rule. It focuses on the kinds of prevention and harm associated with oil spills.

This article discusses the rights of female workers and lists laws associated with equal wages. It provides information about about wage gaps between men and women.

A fact sheet discussing the economic needs of older women, their sources of income, and the gender wage gap by race and ethnicity.

On May 4, 2007, Greensburg, Kansas, was hit by a 1.7-mile wide tornado with 200 mph-plus wind speeds. This tornado destroyed or severely damaged 90% of Greensburg?s structures. We discuss the progress made in rebuilding Greensburg, with a focus on the built environment and on meeting Greensburg?s goal of 100% renewable energy, 100% of the time. We also discuss key disaster recovery efforts that enabled Greensburg to reach this goal. Key strategies included a Sustainable Comprehensive Master Plan, an ordinance resolving that city-owned buildings achieve LEED Platinum and 42% energy savings, a strong focus on rebuilding 'right' with an integrated design process, attracting significant and sustained technical experts and national media attention, and linking renewable and energy efficiency technologies to business development. After three years, more than half the homes that have been rebuilt are rated at an average of 40% energy savings. All significant commercial buildings, including the school, hospital, banks, courthouse, and retail buildings, have been rebuilt to LEED Gold and Platinum standards and exceed 40% savings, with many exceeding 50% savings. Greensburg recently constructed a 12.5-MW community wind farm to provide all the remaining energy needed for its energy-efficient buildings and homes.

This book is part of the collection entitled: Texas State Publications and was provided by UNT Libraries Government Documents Department to The Portal to Texas History, a digital repository hosted by the UNT Libraries.

Report on the budget recommendations to the 85th Legislature of Texas, including breakdowns of individual branch budgets for the general government, education, health services, and more.

This publication updates the source of revenues last issued by the comptroller.