Topic: Middle-Class & Small Town Impact
Our special KRUN-AM series continues today with a closer look at how new federal policies could affect everyday Texans.
From small business deductions to rural lending and household finances, we examine how national legislation may shape life in small towns like Ballinger.
Beyond agriculture and energy, the “Big Beautiful Bill” could affect everyday Texans in places like Ballinger.
The package includes expanded tax deductions for small businesses and incentives for rural lenders, which supporters say could improve access to credit and stabilize local banks.
For middle-class families, the bill may mean fewer estate taxes, potential job growth, and increased business investment — especially in smaller communities.
However, some analysts caution that long-term impacts on energy costs and federal spending remain uncertain.
Local leaders say the real effects will be felt over time, as the law works its way through the rural economy.
TEASE FOR MONDAY:
We’ll wrap up the series Monday with a look at a new Texas law regulating artificial intelligence — and how technology could impact jobs, privacy, and government services in rural communities.
