Tuesday, October 28, 2025 | 12-1PM CST
The Texas Regulatory Consistency Act often referred to as the Death Star Law is fully in effect. This means that cities and counties in Texas must rein in their regulations on Texas business that do not conform with state law.
This panel will discuss the current status of the “Death Star” Law’s implementation and what this impactful legislation means for Texas’ business owners. They will also look to the future and discuss what can be done in the 90th Texas Legislature to continue to support Texas business. Join an informative and fruitful conversation on how Texas can continue to fight back against oppressive regulations.
Speakers
- Ben Crockett (Moderator) – Policy Scholar, Taxpayer Protection Project, Texas Public Policy Foundation
- Rod Bordelon – Attorney; Regulatory & Legislative Affairs Consultant; Former Distinguished Fellow for Regulatory Affairs, Texas Public Policy Foundation
- The Honorable Cody Vasut – Texas State Representative (TX-25)
- Chance Weldon – Director of Litigation, Center for the American Future, Texas Public Policy Foundation