Cap and Trade. What It Means For Texas

What is clear about cap and trade is that it is a tax on all of us. If you use energy, you will be taxed.

RailRoad Commissioner Michael Williams has written a multi-part series on the cap and trade legislation that passed the House recently and goes on to the Senate. See the whole series here.

It's not just taxes either. Williams sums it pretty well with this:

INSIDER

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     Retro trailer restorers are the artists of the moment.

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  • Beer By the People Get in on the world’s first co-operative brewpub

    Black Star Co-op invites patrons to own the bar where they drink.

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  • A Burger Joint with Sizzle Tiny Boots Burger is a Rockwall landmark

    Celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, Boots Burger remains a favorite spot in Rockwall County—the smallest county in Texas.  Tucked in a residential section just off the historic downtown square, it’s an easy business to miss. Yet Boots has long-standing, loyal patrons near and far.

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  • Chef Scott Cohen’s Coq Au Vin

    Coq au vin (literally “rooster in wine”) is a classic French dish for which each geographic region has its own variation. When preparing this dish at home, consider selecting a local organic chicken, mushrooms, butter and herbs in keeping with the European tradition of emphasizing local ingredients.

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FASHION

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    Want to look good and save the world at the same time? Check out the new clothing line Science & Sanctity from hot West Texan Jason B. Steele. read more»

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    Dian Malouf’s jewelry designs combine big, bold settings with one-of-a-kind stones. That’s not too far off from her chronicles of South Texas ranch culture. read more»

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ROADTRIP

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This month's road trip takes photographer Debora Smail to a West Texas Oasis. read more »

 

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  • Stay tuned for the latest news in Texas Business! Business Case will examine new business trends in Texas.
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TASTE OF TEXAS

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The original celebrity chef, Wolfgang Puck, brings his signature, contemporary fine dining to Reunion Tower, Dallas' most recognizable landmark. He also takes a moment to share a few of his favorite recipes!
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ARTISTICALLY YOURS

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Linda Pace leaves her legacy of Contemporary Art. read more »

 

HEALTHY TEXAN

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A perspective on wellness highlighting the best places and activities around the state for fitness and health. read more »

 

TRAVEL

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Travel along the trail of Painted Churches in Central Texas. read more »

 

 

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