IN-DEPTH: Texas Proposition 1 Aims to Protect Farmers and Ranchers, Ensure Food Security

IN-DEPTH: Texas Proposition 1 Aims to Protect Farmers and Ranchers, Ensure Food Security
Beef ranchers survey their herd of cattle in Quemado, Texas on June 13, 2023. Brandon Bell/Getty Images
Jana J. Pruet
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Texans will not be electing state lawmakers when they hit the polls next month, but they will be deciding on 14 amendments — the highest number of propositions to appear on the ballot since 2007.

Among the broad array of amendments voters will find is Proposition 1, also known as the “Right to Farm Act,” which supporters say is necessary for food security.

Jana J. Pruet
Jana J. Pruet
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Jana J. Pruet is an award-winning investigative journalist. She covers news in Texas with a focus on politics, energy, and crime. She has reported for many media outlets over the years, including Reuters, The Dallas Morning News, and TheBlaze, among others. She has a journalism degree from Southern Methodist University. Send your story ideas to: [email protected]
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