House Bill 3782 (2023)* proposes to establish a Border Security Advisory Council to advise the Legislature and the governor, or the governor’s designee, on homeland security issues impacting the security of the Texas–Mexico border and on streamlining statewide border security activities and initiatives. The bill would also create the Border Protection Task Force to provide expertise and increase efficiency across agencies participating in border safety operations.
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...