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A Texas landowner can sue the state for flood damages to his property, U.S. Supreme Court rules

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By Jess Huff, The Texas Tribune April 16, 2024 “A Texas landowner can sue the state for flood damages to his property, U.S. Supreme Court rules” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Subscribe to The Y’all — a weekly dispatch about the people, places and policies defining Texas, produced b…

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The Epoch Times

Supreme Court Rules 9-0 for Texas Landowners Flooded by Highway Project

The Supreme Court ruled unanimously for Texas property owners flooded by a state highway project in a decision handed down on April 16. The new 9-0 ruling, the latest pro-property rights decision by the court, will allow the landowners to pursue their claims for compensation in state court under the U.S. Constitution’s Takings Clause. In the ruling, the nation’s highest court rebuffed the conservative-leaning U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Ci…

16 days ago·New York, United States

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The Texas Tribune

A Texas landowner can sue the state for flood damage to his property,…

Richie DeVillier, who owns land east of Houston, said the state owes him damages for constant flooding after Texas made changes to Interstate 10 near his property.

16 days ago·Austin, United States

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Temple Daily Telegram

Supreme Court rules Texas landowner can sue state for flood damage

LUFKIN — A Texas landowner may seek compensation from the state for damages to his property east of Houston, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled unanimously Tuesday.

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The Gilmer Mirror

A Texas landowner can sue the state for flood damages to his property, U.S. Supreme Court rules

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Fox News

Both sides claim victory after Supreme Court rules Texas rancher can sue state over flooded lands

The Supreme Court unanimously ruled Tuesday that ranchers can sue the state of Texas over highway construction they allege flooded their lands."This is the pinnacle of a long, hard-fought battle, and we can’t stress enough what a blessing this is," rancher Richie DeVillier said in a statement after the ruling.But in an unusual twist, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is also claiming victory, stating the court's decision protects "the ability of…

16 days ago·New York, United States

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