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Paxton Sues Dallas Over Misreported Police Funding

2/16/2026

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  • Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a lawsuit against Dallas officials alleging noncompliance with Proposition U, approved by voters in November 2024.
  • The measure requires 50% of new annual revenue to police and fire pensions and to maintain a minimum of 4,000 officers.
  • Paxton says the city misreported excess revenue, arguing it should be $220 million rather than $61 million.
  • City representatives declined to comment on the ongoing litigation.