2022: How government transfer reliance in Oldham County has changed since 1970
In 2022, government transfers made up 12.8% of income in Oldham County, a 7.6% surge from 5.2% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.
Local Government
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Shackelford County’s Transfer Dependency in 2022 vs 1970: Shocking analysis
In 2022, government transfers contributed 13.6% of income in Shackelford County. How does this compare to historical figures?
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Stan Lambert shares updates on legislative activity and community achievements
Texas Representative Stan Lambert highlighted recent activities including participation in a legislative roundtable and recognition of local accomplishments through social media posts dated July 11-14, 2025.
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Oldham County ranks 22nd in Texas for government transfer dependency at 12.8% in 2022
In 2022, government transfers made up 12.8% of income in Oldham County—ranking it 22nd least dependent among Texas counties.
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Stan Lambert expresses gratitude and shares reflections on Twitter
Stan Lambert has recently taken to Twitter to express gratitude towards Governor Greg Abbott and share personal reflections with scriptural references.
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Stan Lambert tweets reflect celebration and concern amid Texas floods
In a series of tweets over the July 4th weekend, Stan Lambert conveyed both celebratory messages for Independence Day and urgent calls for prayer amid significant flooding in Texas.
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Taylor County’s Transfer Dependency in 2022 vs 1970: Shocking analysis
In 2022, government transfers made up 23% of income in Taylor County, an alarming 15.4% surge from 7.6% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.
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2024 H-1B petitions: Approvals for employers classified under Real Estate and Rental and Leasing industry across Abilene Times publication area
In 2024, 100% of H-1B petitions filed by Real Estate and Rental and Leasing employers across Abilene Times publication area were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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Texas Senate bill authored by Sen. Flores mandates municipal allowances for HUD-code manufactured housing installation
State Sen. Peter P. Flores authored a bill that passed both the Texas House and Senate, addressing municipal regulations on HUD-code manufactured housing installation.
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Texas House bill by Rep. Lambert excludes transportation protection agreements from funeral insurance definitions
State Rep. Stan Lambert authored a bill that passed both the House and Senate, clarifying transportation protection agreements are not prepaid funeral benefits or insurance.
