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Texas Law Freezes Property Taxes for Small Cities Behind on Audits, Sparks Local Funding Crisis
A new Texas law now links a city's ability to raise property taxes to being current on annual financial audits. This has led the Attorney General to freeze property tax revenue for over 130 cities, primarily small towns, creating significant financial strain and raising concerns about unfunded mandates and local control.
Texas Primary Runoff Results: Understanding the Legal Stakes for 2026
Texas's 2026 primary runoffs are critical, determining who will ultimately run for powerful state and federal offices. These elections directly influence the legal landscape, impacting everything from federal judicial appointments and constitutional interpretations to Texas's criminal justice system and state-level policy. Low voter turnout means a small percentage of Texans are essentially deciding the future of legal governance for the entire state.
Texas Hemp Ban Takes Effect, Igniting Legal Battles Over State Authority and Interstate Commerce
Texas has enacted new rules banning the sale of smokable hemp, sparking immediate legal challenges from the industry. While possession remains legal, the state's redefinition of 'total THC' effectively outlaws sales, raising questions about DSHS's power over interstate commerce and its compliance with federal hemp laws. Businesses face steep new fees and tight deadlines, prompting lawsuits citing economic harm and regulatory overreach.
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