What happened: Dark-money special interest groups are running deceptive TV ads, texts, mail and social media across Texas to mislead voters, smear lawmakers and block common-sense legal reforms that aim to cut down on the frivolous lawsuits helping to drive up Texans’ insurance rates and the cost of everyday goods and services.

Tell me more: These derogatory campaigns are being bankrolled by powerful personal injury lawyers who are deliberately hiding their identities while pushing false narratives to protect their financial interests and confuse Texas voters. 

TLR Thoughts: Texans see through the big lies and dark money. In fact, more than 1,150 Texans, Texas job creators and associations stand in support of the meaningful reforms included in SB 30 (Schwertner)/HB 4806 (Bonnen) and SB 39 (Birdwell)/HB 4688 (Leach) through the Lone Star Economic Alliance (LSEA). TLR is a founding member of LSEA alongside the Texas Trucking Association and the Texas Food and Fuel Association. Together, TLR and LSEA are working to create a legal system that’s fair, transparent, and focused on relevant facts—not one that rewards manipulation and abuse.

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