Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has announced the introduction of a new initiative, the Landowner Compensation Program. This program is designed to assist Texans who have suffered damage to their agricultural properties due to border-related crimes. It aims to provide financial reimbursement for repairs on real property damaged by trespassing incidents linked to border crime.
Eligible landowners can receive compensation for repair costs not covered by other sources, with a maximum limit of $75,000 per incident. To qualify, claims must be filed within 90 days of the incident causing the damage. In cases where multiple incidents occur on the same day, separate applications are required for each occurrence. Additionally, a written report from a law enforcement agency documenting the damage is necessary for eligibility.
Attorney General Ken Paxton stated, “Illegal aliens crossing the Texas-Mexico border at Joe Biden’s invitation leave behind a trail of destruction that harms Texas agricultural land.” He further commented on the program's purpose: “This program will provide needed relief to Texans whose property is damaged by foreign aliens waved into the country by the federal government. I am glad to help the farmers and ranchers on our borderlands who bear the costs of Biden’s destructive policies.”
For those seeking more information or wishing to apply online, details about eligibility and application procedures can be found on the attorney general’s website.