Texas Governor Reappoints Three to Public Finance Authority

The reappointments ensure continuity in the state's infrastructure funding leadership.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 10:40pm

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Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Lance Etcheverry, Shanda Perkins, and Ben Streusand to the Texas Public Finance Authority, which issues bonds to finance state infrastructure projects. The three members will serve new terms expiring in 2031.

Why it matters

The Texas Public Finance Authority plays a crucial role in funding the state's growth and development through bond issuances. The reappointment of these experienced members ensures continuity and stability in the Authority's leadership as it continues to support Texas' infrastructure needs.

The details

The three reappointed members - Lance Etcheverry, Shanda Perkins, and Ben Streusand - have extensive backgrounds in finance and banking. Etcheverry is the founder of an investment firm, Perkins is a mortgage claims manager, and Streusand is the president of a capital firm and former president of the Texas Mortgage Bankers Association.

  • Governor Greg Abbott reappointed the three members on April 13, 2026.
  • The new terms for the reappointed members will expire on February 1, 2031.

The players

Lance Etcheverry

The founder and managing partner of Flat Creek Capital Management, LP and former Managing Director at JPMorgan Chase. He is a member of the Salesmanship Club of Dallas and an alumnus of Leadership Dallas.

Shanda Perkins

The mortgage claims manager for J Wales Enterprises, LLC, and a former banker and vice president of 22 years. She is the director of Johnson County Area Chamber Summit and a former member of the Hill College Advisory Council.

Ben Streusand

The president of Remington Bridge Capital, LLC and a former president of the Texas Mortgage Bankers Association and the Houston Mortgage Bankers Association. He is a former Texas chair of the Americans for Prosperity Advisory Board.

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The takeaway

The reappointment of these seasoned finance and banking professionals to the Texas Public Finance Authority underscores the state's commitment to maintaining stability and experience in its infrastructure funding leadership.