This brief overview of Senate Bill 1811-a fiscal matters bill expected to generate billions in “non-tax” revenue to help fund the state’s 2012-13 budget-offers a look at the bill and its adopted amendments.
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