Overcriminalization along the Gulf Coast has become a threat to liberty and economic growth. The five Gulf states-Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida-have nearly 1,000 environmental laws criminalizing activity along the coast.
Property Rights
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...
April 6, 2026