The Texas Conservative Coalition Research Institute (TCCRI) is a
conservative think tank
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in Texas. It was founded in 1996 by state
legislators who had a vision to develop and implement conservative public
policies in state government. The group states that it "is committed to shaping public policy through a principled approach to state government."
Texas State Senator
Larry Taylor was selected as the group's chairman in February 2015.
[ ]Jeff Sandefer
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sits on the organization's board.
The group has fought energy regulations in Texas and opposed stricter campaign finance disclosure limits.
References
External links
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Organizational Profile
– National Center for Charitable Statistics ( Urban Institute)
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Think tanks based in the United States
Organizations based in Austin, Texas
Organizations established in 1996
1996 establishments in Texas