GOVT 2306 - Texas State And Local Government

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Austin Community College District

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Description:

This courseis an introduction to Texas state and local government. The course includes a framework for understanding Texas government and politics and the constitutional basis for the processes, the institutions, and the policies of Texas government and politics. The government department strongly recommends that students complete ENGL 1301 or the equivalent with a grade of C or higher prior to enrolling in GOVT 2306. Land Use Specialization? CThis course is an introduction to Texas state and local government with an emphasis on land use policy. The course includes the powers and practices of local governments in controlling land use. Topics include annexation, extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ), the legal use of "takings," eminent domain, zoning,Municipal Utility Districts (MUDs), environmental impact considerations, subdivision ordinances, and deed restrictions. This course substitutes for GOVT 2306 for degree and graduation requirements. Texas State and Local Government: Honors- Please contact the Honors Department at 223-3255 or honors@austincc. edu for additional information. Skills: E Course Type: T

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0.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.austincc.edu

Phone Number:

(512) 223-7000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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