War over local tree ordinances rages on into special session

SAN MARCOS, Texas (KXAN) – Gov. Greg Abbott wants Texas lawmakers to ban city tree ordinances across the state. So much so that it’s an item lawmakers are expected to tackle during a special session.
“The reality is most everybody likes trees, they plant trees in their yards and there’s a reason for it. It makes their yard look good, provides shade, adds value, but it’s one thing for an individual to decide they want to plant trees on their own private property, it&