RileyRodriguez
Running to bring a strong, community-driven voice to the Texas State Senate. Riley is committed to expanding access to healthcare, investing in public education, and ensuring Taylor County has a seat at the table in Austin.
Full Platform
Riley’s Priorities for District 28
Lower Cost of Living for Rural Texans
Rodriquez focuses on economic relief for rural families who feel squeezed by rising costs. He believes targeted policy can ease the financial burden on communities across the Big Country and West Texas.
- Property tax relief aimed at rural homeowners and landowners
- Corporate tax incentives designed to attract new businesses without burdening existing residents
- Investment in rural infrastructure to lower long-term costs and improve quality of life
Responsible Growth in Technology and Industry
As Texas becomes a destination for data centers and large-scale industry, Rodriquez believes this growth must be managed thoughtfully to protect local residents and resources.
- Carefully structured data center electricity exemptions that don't unfairly shift costs to households
- Property tax abatements for industry that are tied to meaningful community benefits
- Groundwater protection policies to safeguard one of the region's most vital natural resources
Protecting Public Education
Rodriquez is a strong advocate for fully funding public schools and resisting efforts to divert funding away from neighborhood schools.
- Protecting funding for public school districts
- Giving teachers greater input over classroom resources and educational tools
- Expanding scholarships and grants for rural students pursuing higher education
Supporting Rural Healthcare
Access to reliable healthcare remains one of the most pressing challenges facing rural Texas. Rodriquez believes families should not have to travel hours to receive essential medical care.
- Expanding grant programs and financial support for rural hospitals
- Reducing administrative burdens that increase healthcare operating costs
- Improving access to care for underserved rural communities
Supporting Small Businesses
Small businesses are the economic heartbeat of towns across the Big Country and West Texas. Rodriquez believes that local entrepreneurs deserve the opportunity to grow and succeed.
- Providing targeted tax relief for small and locally owned businesses
- Preventing monopolistic practices that allow large corporations to crowd out local competition
- Reinvesting in the long-term economic development of small towns
Housing and Family Support
Rodriquez's economic vision centers on helping families build stable and secure lives in the communities they call home.
- Expanding programs that make housing more attainable
- Supporting first-time homebuyers entering the housing market
- Lowering childcare costs for working families
- Reducing legal expenses for parents navigating family courts
Putting People Over Politics
At the heart of Rodriquez's campaign is the belief that government should reflect the values and priorities of the people it serves.
- Protecting personal freedoms and civil liberties
- Listening to voters across party lines and encouraging open dialogue
- Reducing the influence of billionaires and corporate lobbying in public policy
Platform Summary
What Riley Stands For
Rodriquez's campaign presents a vision grounded in economic fairness, strong public institutions, and responsible stewardship of rural communities. At its core, his message is that communities across the Big Country and West Texas deserve leadership that puts people first and works to build a stronger future for all Texans.