Pay-for-play, quid-pro-quo, back-room deals - the days of shady business in Texas government are over. Stronger ethics laws at the state and local level have helped contribute to better government across Texas. With comprehensive, common-sense ethics policies with statewide implications signed into law, Texans can know their government is more transparent and more accountable than ever. Senator Creighton worked to pass legislation to end the practice of taxpayer-funded lobbyists who work against the interest of hard-working Texans.