While Iowa is leading the pack on “No eminent domain for private gain,” Tgexas is moving forward with no eminent domain for private toll roads.
HB 565 is awaiting referral to a Senate Committee. Dallas Morning News
Monthly Archives: May 2015
Free Range Condemning Entities Graze Into the Greenest Court
On Thursday, May 7th, Senate State Affairs is hearing HB 2536. Its a fascinating new front in eminent domain legislation granting free reign to condemning entities in Harris County.
This bill will allow a condemning entity to unilaterally select the court for eminent domain proceedings. Wouldn’t we all love the power to unilaterally select the best court? the best line at the gas sta…
Arguments AGAINST Eminent Domain GROW
Surprise, surprise, more people oppose eminent domain according to an Austin environmental lawyer.
Opposition to eminent domain use for a water pipeline that seeks to move East Texas water to DFW has fueled campaign contributions, and court cases related to open records.
Tarrant Water Campaign is Over East Texas Land: Ft Worth Star Telegram