In a clear-cut conservative win, lawmakers and grassroots activists working together succeeded in extending property rights protection to all Texans.
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Texas to End Forced Annexation Statewide
Lawmakers pass a bill extending property rights protection to all Texans.
Forced Annexation Bans Approved in More Texas Counties
Voters in Ellis and Montague passed countywide bans on involuntary annexation as lawmakers consider legislation to eliminate the practice statewide.
Laura Hester: Fighting for What’s Right
“I had no idea what just that one step would lead to,” says the Parker County mom-turned-property rights advocate.
North Texas Counties Fight Forced Annexation
As lawmakers debate a statewide ban on forced annexation, voters in Ellis and Montague will consider countywide bans in May.
Lawmakers Grill Texas Municipal League Over Opposition to Ending Forced Annexation
“My point is just this: when cities come to citizens with a value proposition, it is possible to have voluntary annexation and no need for involuntary annexation.”
Texas Scorecard Podcasts, Uncategorized
Texas Scorecard Radio (November 15, 2018)
Has the next speaker of the Texas House been revealed?
Citizens Vote to Stop Forced Annexation
Local activists and voters worked together to protect property rights in six Texas counties.
Texas Scorecard Podcasts, Uncategorized
Texas Scorecard Radio (November 01, 2018)
Forced annexation in Texas, what has been done to fight it and how can other communities fight it?
Property Rights Activists Launch “Vote FOR Tier 2” Campaign
Advocates fighting to stop forced annexation in their counties are educating voters on “Tier 2” ballot measures ahead of the November 6 election.