SB 1059 - Prevents illegal local charter changes

SB 1059 ensures that Texas home-rule cities cannot propose charter amendments that conflict with state law, reinforcing constitutional order and legal consistency. By preventing costly legal battles and state-municipal conflicts, the bill safeguards taxpayer dollars from being wasted on defending unlawful local policies. It also promotes accountability and predictability in governance, aligning local decisions with state-established standards. This bill upholds the rule of law while discouraging ideologically driven or activist ordinances that often carry financial burdens.