TexPIRG is a consumer group that stands up to powerful interests whenever they threaten our health and safety, our financial security, or our democracy. TexPIRG, the Texas Public Interest Research Group, is a state-based, citizen-funded advocacy group that promotes the public interest. TexPIRG is a consumer group that stands up to powerful interests whenever they threaten our health and safety, our financial security, or our right to fully participate in our democratic society.For decades, we’ve stood up for consumers, countering the influence of big banks, insurers, chemical manufacturers and other powerful special interests.Our team of researchers uncover the facts; our staff bring our findings to the public, through the media as well as one-on-one interactions; and our advocates are bringing the voice of the public to the halls of power on behalf of consumers.