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Falls County saw 18.1% increase in transfer dependency percentage since 1970 as of 2022

In 2022, government transfers made up 36.2% of income in Falls County, a 18.1% rise from 18.1% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.

By Waco Reporter | Apr 4, 2025

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Hill County: Medicaid made up 6.8% of total income in 2022

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 6.8% of income in Hill County, providing an average of $3,404 per capita to residents.

By Waco Reporter | Apr 2, 2025

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Pete Sessions highlights concerns about education and financial scams in latest social media posts

By Waco Reporter | Apr 1, 2025

Pete Sessions, serving in the U.S. Congress, utilized social media to discuss key topics including educational endeavors at the Flying Jacks aviation program and an increase in financial scams.

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Residents of McLennan County received $11,186 per capita in transfers in 2022, ranking it 190th in Texas

By Waco Reporter | Mar 31, 2025

In 2022, residents of McLennan County received an average of $11,186 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 65th lowest in Texas.

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McLennan County: Medicaid transfers accounted for 4.9% of income in 2022

By Waco Reporter | Mar 28, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 4.9% of income in McLennan County, providing an average of $2,474 per capita to residents.

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Pete Sessions discusses media appearances and honors military valor

By Waco Reporter | Mar 25, 2025

U.S. Congressman Pete Sessions recently shared various updates via social media covering his appearance on CNN with Wolf Blitzer on March 24th and saluting military personnel for their bravery on March 25th.

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In 2022, Hill County ranks 96th among Texas counties for government transfer income per capita at $14,562

By Waco Reporter | Mar 24, 2025

In 2022, residents of Hill County received an average of $14,562 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 96th highest in Texas.

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Hill County: Income Maintenance made up 2.7% of total income in 2022

By Waco Reporter | Mar 22, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.7% of income in Hill County, providing an average of $1,360 per capita to residents.

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Pete Sessions shares recent updates on local appointments and events

By Waco Reporter | Mar 19, 2025

Congressman Pete Sessions highlights key community engagements through recent social media updates posted between March 17-19, 2025.

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Falls County residents received $15,289 per capita in government transfers in 2022, ranking 82nd in Texas

By Waco Reporter | Mar 17, 2025

In 2022, residents of Falls County received an average of $15,289 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 82nd highest in Texas.

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McLennan County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 2.7% of income in 2022

By Waco Reporter | Mar 17, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.7% of income in McLennan County, providing an average of $1,358 per capita to residents.

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Falls County: Residents received $28.01 million per capita from Income Maintenance transfers in 2022

By Waco Reporter | Mar 11, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 3.9% of income in Falls County, providing an average of $1,643 per capita to residents.

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Bosque County ranks 81st highest in Texas for per capita government transfer income at $15,382 in 2022

By Waco Reporter | Mar 10, 2025

In 2022, residents of Bosque County received an average of $15,382 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 81st highest in Texas.

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Falls County ranks 35th in Texas for government transfer dependency at 36.2% in 2022

By Waco Reporter | Mar 6, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 36.2% of income in Falls County—ranking it 35th most dependent among Texas counties.

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Pete Sessions discusses local transit initiatives and national political issues

By Waco Reporter | Mar 5, 2025

Congressman Pete Sessions addresses various topics in recent tweets dated March 4-5, 2025.

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Bosque County: Income Maintenance dependency reached 2.1% in 2022

By Waco Reporter | Mar 1, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.1% of income in Bosque County, providing an average of $1,122 per capita to residents.

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Pete Sessions discusses Trump initiative and local events

By Waco Reporter | Feb 21, 2025

Pete Sessions addresses President Trump's DOGE initiative's progress and celebrates Victor Bendixen's achievement in joining the U.S. Air Force Academy class of 2029 while inviting constituents to a local event at Trinity Community Center.

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Pete Sessions discusses firefighter support and announces upcoming events

By Waco Reporter | Feb 15, 2025

In mid-February 2025 tweets, Congressman Pete Sessions emphasized support for firefighters and announced media appearances along with a town hall meeting in Trinity County.

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Pete Sessions discusses Lincoln's legacy and Fed transparency

By Waco Reporter | Feb 12, 2025

U.S. Congressman Pete Sessions marked President Abraham Lincoln's birthday while emphasizing unity and freedom in a tweet dated February 12, 2025.

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Pete Sessions shares insights on Trump administration initiatives

By Waco Reporter | Feb 11, 2025

U.S. Congressman Pete Sessions discusses President Trump's government efficiency initiatives through tweets dated February 8-11, 2025.