This paper highlights Texas budget trends in Article I since the 2004-05 budget and notes the general government functions that increase faster than population growth plus inflation in the 2016-17 budget.
Restoring Private Property Rights: Regulatory Takings
Municipal regulations like zoning ordinances can infringe on private property rights and distort the housing market. Key points: Private property rights are under threat from municipal zoning ordinances and design mandates. Texas law has failed to adequately protect property owners from regulatory takings. By closing the municipal loophole, Texas can be the national leader in...