The House engrossed version of HB 347 proposes to amend the Local Government Code by eliminating the distinction between Tier 1 and Tier 2 cities and counties for consent annexation. If finally passed by the Legislature, the bill would bring an end to all forced annexations in Texas.
Border Security
Sanctuary Stubbornness
Governor Greg Abbott’s push to hold Texas cities accountable for sanctuary policies protects Texans and the rule of law in a state grappling with the consequences of a broken federal immigration system. At the center of this debate is Senate Bill 4 (SB 4), the 2017 law designed to ensure that local governments do not...
April 23, 2026