The Institute for Justice (IJ) is at the forefront of the national battle to protect property rights from eminent domain abuse. In collaboration with the Foundation, Clark Neily, one of IJ’s senior attorneys, examines the current situation in Texas and proposes changes to Texas law that would provide protections for private ownership of land once thought to be enshrined in the U.S. Constitution.
Local Government
Reinvigorating Federalism and Fiscal Discipline in Texas: Establishing the Office of State Sovereignty
Texas governments received $84.3 billion in federal funding in 2023, raising concerns over financial dependency and regulatory consequences. Creating an Office of State Sovereignty to monitor the application, receipt, and conditions of this aid could mitigate fiscal risk and improve transparency. Key points: Texas lacks a centralized system to oversee federal grants potentially flowing to...
September 9, 2026