New litigation under the Endangered Species Act endangers traditional state authority over surface water allocations, risks extinguishing existing property rights, and could cut off a vital source of water to communities in central Texas.
Property Rights
Watch out for that tree!
Are you familiar with your local tree ordinances? If not, you might want to do some research before breaking out the chainsaw. Cities and townships across the country have some version of tree-related rules that property owners must follow, or face consequences. The Center for the American Future, TPPF’s public interest litigation team, has now challenged...
August 6, 2026