Mike Schofield on the Issues

Control our border

Every country must protect its borders to ensure the safety of its citizens. Texas needs to work with the federal government to stop illegal immigration and to make sure that the people who enter our state do so legally.

Cut government spending

The current $172 billion state budget spends more than enough of our hard-earned money. The legislature must continue to reduce spending. If any new spending is needed, the legislature must make the tough choices to cut spending in other programs.

Reduce Texans’ tax burden

You work hard for your money and the government shouldn’t take any more of it than is absolutely necessary. Not only will Mike Schofield not support tax increases, but he will lead the fight to cut your taxes wherever possible.

Provide for cost effective education

For our children to benefit fully from our spending on education, more of those dollars need to be kept in the classroom. Schools must be held accountable for the tax money they spend, and must be given the flexibility to meet our state’s educational goals in a way that best fits their students’ needs.

Help create Jobs, then get out of the way

Texas government should help create jobs and economic growth by providing the infrastructure that business needs to thrive and expand. We must have only those regulations that are fair and predictable, and we must continue to work to reduce unnecessary lawsuits. Then, government should get out of the way and let Texas small business continue to lead in job creation and growth.

Prepare for the future

To continue economic growth in Texas, we have to prepare for the water needs, transportation infrastructure, and education of a growing population.  To avoid breaking the bank, Texas needs to start working on these needs now, not wait until they become a crisis and the solutions become excessively expensive.