Devillier v. Texas - Post-Decision SCOTUScast

Devillier v. Texas - Post-Decision SCOTUScast

Author: The Federalist Society April 29, 2024 Duration: 17:51
On April 16th, 2024, the Supreme Court issued its ruling in Devillier v. Texas. At issue was whether owners of property north of U. S. Interstate Highway 10 adversely affected by the flood evacuation barrier constructed by Texas should be permitted on remand to pursue their takings clause claims through the cause of action available under Texas law.

Join us to hear Prof. Ilya Somin break down the decision and discuss its potential ramifications.

Featuring:
Prof. Ilya Somin, Professor of Law, George Mason University Antonin Scalia Law School and B. Kenneth Simon Chair in Constitutional Studies, Cato Institute

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