Private property tree removal fees restricted in new law

AUSTIN (KXAN/AP) —  Property owners now have added protections when it comes to removing trees in Texas.
Gov. Greg Abbott signed HB 7 Wednesday, which creates limits on local tree ordinances. The goal is to restrict “overagressive” tree removal fees, and directs municipalities to offer private property owners tree planting credits to offset those removal fees.
“Texas families that work hard for the dream of one day owning their own property should be able to do what