We hear about squatters in cities like New York and Los Angeles, but the problem is happening here in North Texas and across the state as well.
State lawmakers heard horror stories from homeowners who had their property taken over by squatters.Wednesday’s Texas Senate committee hearing was the first step in a process that could give Texas homeowners stronger property rights.We hear about squatters in cities like New York and Los Angeles, but the problem is happening here in Texas as well. State Sen. Paul Bettencourt chairs the Local Government Committee.
While she tried to figure out how to evict the squatter, she says he sold her stuff. "This is burglary. This is breaking and entering," Bettencourt said. "He was selling your possessions on your front lawn. I am outraged. This should not happen in Texas, and it will never happen again after we get this bill passed."Boyette says the intruder was eventually arrested but just for the break-in.Senators in both parties demanded answers from law enforcement.
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