Texas Land & Mineral Owners Association

06/08/2026

What happens when a small nuisance becomes a big problem — and you waited too long to sue?

That's exactly what's at stake in Family Dollar Stores of Texas, LLC v. JLMH Investments, LLC, and TLMA just filed an amicus brief to weigh in.

A leak or other nuisance can fly under the radar for years, then suddenly grow into something worth fighting over. If the Texas Supreme Court sides with the appellant, landowners could lose their rights simply because they didn't act on a minor issue early enough.

We don't think that's right — and we said so.

Read our brief at the link below!

06/05/2026

Big update in a years-long fight for Texas landowners!

TLMA has filed a brief in Hlavinka v. HSC Pipeline — now back before the First Court of Appeals. The case tackles critical questions about property valuation, pipeline sales comparables, and evidence standards in condemnation proceedings.

We're proud to stand with landowners in this fight. Read our brief below and stay tuned as the case continues.

06/05/2026

06/04/2026

On June 3, 2026, the Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) received confirmation of a detection of New World screwworm (NWS) in Zavala County, Texas. The best thing that livestock producers and animal owners can do to prevent infestation is to put eyes on their animals as often as possible, remain vigilant by implementing enhanced management practices to avoid creating wounds, and promptly report suspicious wounds.

Find real-time updates here: https://bit.ly/USDA-NWSCurrentStatus
Find Texas-specific resources here: https://bit.ly/TAHC-NWS

06/04/2026

The New World screwworm is confirmed in Texas. We will be sharing information for our landowner members. If you have any questions, you are welcome to call the TLMA office and I will help you get in contact with the appropriate person.

06/03/2026

Across Texas, new 765-kV transmission lines are moving from planning to construction. For landowners, the question is no longer if these projects are happening. It is what happens next and how it will affect your land.

These projects are driven by statewide infrastructure planning through the Electric Reliability Council of Texas and approved through the Public Utility Commission of Texas, which means they carry legal authority that can directly impact private property.

Read our latest post on the timing of condemnation and what landowners should do now. https://braungresham.com/condemnation/

For questions about the condemnation process or to discuss your rights as a landowner, contact our Condemnation team, Patrick L. Reznik and Carly Barton, at 512.982.0611.

05/29/2026

A landowner win out of the Supreme Court last week in a case Nick Laurent filed a brief in! "This case significantly impairs the value of old blanket easements that do not expressly provide for upgrades and expansions." Read John McFarland's take at the link below.

On May 22 the Texas Supreme Court issued opinions in Boerschig v. Rio Grande Electric Cooperative, No. 24-0213. Four Justices joined the majority opinion by Justice Busby; Justice Hawkins also ...

05/27/2026

The results are in! Did your candidate win? Be on the lookout for our election write up. In the meantime, mark your calendar for the November general election!

05/26/2026

It's Election Day in Texas! Don't forget to exercise your right to vote!

05/22/2026

It’s the final day of early voting! Make your voice heard. EVERY VOTE MATTERS!

Early voting in the Texas Primary Run-off begins TODAY! One of the races Republican voters are deciding is the Railroad Commissioner seat. Don't forget to use your voice! For more information, visit www.votetexas.gov.