Articles Archives - blogHOUSTON

Neal Meyer describes his visit earlier this year to a Houston hospital emergency room – and the ensuing sticker shock.

Neal Meyer considers what the U.S. Supreme Court’s overturning of the Chevron Deference doctrine may mean for America and for Texas.

Neal Meyer comments on Harris County’s basic income program (and such schemes in general).

Jay Wall urges Mayor Whitmire to seize the opportunity to remake the Houston Police Department following Chief Finner’s departure.

Jay Wall lays out a plan for Mayor Whitmire to tackle Houston’s public safety issues.

Neal Meyer comments on rising housing insurance rates in the Houston/Harris County area.

Neal Meyer offers a proposal to move school choice forward in Texas.

Neal Meyer observes that availability of parking has failed to keep up with population growth around key Houston venues and amenities.

Neal Meyer writes that mayoral hopefuls should make a bold pledge to stop wasting money on METRO Next and redirect funding to roads.

Neal Meyer discusses the positives of changing the residency requirements to run for office in the City of Houston.