Texas law fails to adequately protect property owners from regulatory takings, exposing many Texans to government abuse. The Legislature should fix this by eliminating specific exemptions in the Private Real Property Preservation Act.
Local Government
Growing Pains: The Cost and Contribution of Impact Fees in Texas
Texas’s rapidly growing population requires new infrastructure and improvements, which oftentimes come at great expense. To fund these projects, local officials often impose impact fees on new development—but their use comes at a cost. Key points: Texas is the fastest-growing state in the nation. As such, it has robust infrastructure requirements. To help finance capital...
August 12, 2026