Denton's city leaders are fighting a new state law they're calling the 'Death Star' bill. They think it's unconstitutional and strips away local power, so they're joining other cities in Texas to oppose it.
At a glance
Declining — being discussed less frequently. 0 mentions in the last 30 days, 4 the 60 before, 1 the 90 before that.
Potential for shifts in infrastructure funding and development timelines, though specific impacts are not detailed.
The city and its residents, by potentially resolving legal disputes through a formal agreement.
The city, if the shift in process impacts its ability to secure necessary right-of-way for future transportation projects.
The city is currently involved in a lawsuit with the State of Texas. The Council met to decide how to handle the case moving forward.
Paxton declares victory in suit regarding 'gender-neutral changing rooms' at Denton Pride event despite city already complying WFAA
Texas AG Ken Paxton suing city of Denton over gender-neutral changing rooms at Pride event CBS News
Texas sues Denton over gender-neutral changing rooms FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth
A new state law limits when the city can require developers to dedicate land for future streets. The city has adjusted its process to comply, moving these requests to a later stage in development review.
Denton joins Arlington, Plano, Waco in opposing Texas' 'Death Star' bill, calling it unconstitutional KERA News
Denton shrugs off legal warning from Texas attorney general over mask mandate KERA News
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