Congress would have to approve any the commission might make. Even having a Texan as president isn't guaranteed to protect bases in the Lone Star State. Texas boasts more military installations than any other state. Some fear other states will push base-closing panels to target Texas because many believe the state hasn't been hit as hard as others in base closings. Despite that perception, the state has suffered the loss of several key installations.
Lawmakers only meet every two years.
They have to run with the ball now. By the time they meet again, it will be too late. Continuing the Office of Defense Affairs and the Strategic Military Planning Commission. Encouraging tax policy changes to retain and enhance development of Texas' defense, aviation and aerospace industries. Various workforce development projects, such as reauthorizing the Smart Jobs program.