It has been difficult for lawmakers to agree on how tough to make the new rules.
His statement may provide political cover for lawmakers to make the change, which would give less money to the elderly.
The biggest challenge for lawmakers will be trying to figure out how not to spend it all.
For lawmakers, it has been an easy way to seem to solve problems without worrying about the cost to the state itself.
But because Texas remains one of seven states without a personal income tax, it is politically difficult for lawmakers to try that.
The group primarily funds travel for Republican lawmakers and their staff members.
The academy is training institute for lawmakers in their first four years of service.
That job was for lawmakers in Albany, the court said.
It's past time for lawmakers to work toward a level playing field.
How to use such surpluses will be a major issue for lawmakers in California and other states.