COVID Effect. Less Funding for Arts

What is happening? Texas is 48th in Arts funding according to the  National Assembly of State Arts Agencies.

Why is this important? Texas spends 39 cents per resident on arts funding. In comparison California spends $3.16 per resident, New York $2.39, and Florida spends $1.41

How will this be important? States vary on whether they dedicate tax revenue to arts. NJ and NV dedicate part of their hotel/motel tax. DC, MN, and MS all dedicate a portion of their sales tax. Arkansas dedicates a portion of their conservation tax, and Missouri dedicates part of the income tax on out of state entertainers and athletes.

State Arts Agency Dedicate Revenue Strategies

AXIOS | Texas’ limited arts investments