Recently the Texas Supreme Court weakened the Texas Open Beaches Act by making it more difficult for the state to acquire the land necessary to allow the public access to Texas beaches. This has caused the Texas Land Office to decide against replenishing Galveston beaches - especially on the west end - which may hamper the city's economy.
In response to requests, the Supreme Court has agreed to rehear the case.
- Branna v. State of Texas.
- Texas Land Office: Coastal Issues.
- AAS story.
