Texas has taken some steps since Kelo in moving toward protecting its citizens from eminent domain abuse. The Legislature banned takings for economic development purposes in 2005, but left a big loophole allowing these to continue in the case of loosely-defined blight conditions.
Energy & Environment
Wind Turbine Debacle Perfectly Encapsulates Biden-Harris Green New Deal Failures
Officials knew the Vineyard Wind project came with risks — but they pushed ahead anyway, in pursuit of the Biden-Harris Green New Deal. The timing couldn’t have been worse for Vineyard Wind, the New England offshore energy project that the Biden-Harris “Green New Deal” depends upon. Last week, a Boston appellate court heard arguments on...
August 2, 2024