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Texas Court Blocks Paxton's Controversial Reporting Rules

12/31/2025

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The Texas Fifteenth Court of Appeals blocked Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's rules requiring reports in large, mostly Democratic counties.
The court upheld a court's decision, ruling Paxton lacks authority because Texas Government Code does not grant rulemaking power.
The injunction applies to counties involved in the lawsuit.
Dallas County Criminal District Attorney John Creuzot welcomed the ruling.
Critics warn the rules could hinder public safety and expose sensitive information.

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The Texas Fifteenth Court of Appeals blocked Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's rules requiring reports in large, mostly Democratic counties.
The court upheld a court's decision, ruling Paxton lacks authority because Texas Government Code does not grant rulemaking power.
The injunction applies to counties involved in the lawsuit.
Dallas County Criminal District Attorney John Creuzot welcomed the ruling.
Critics warn the rules could hinder public safety and expose sensitive information.