TxDOT removes incorrectly placed political signs across Laredo ahead of primary elections [View all]

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Employees with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) have been removing political signs placed incorrectly across Laredo, citing violations of state right of way rules and obstructions to drivers’ visibility ahead of next week’s primary election.

Raul Leal, public information officer for TxDOT, said the removals are a recurring issue during election season.

“Of course, it happens every political season. It’s probably that people placing signs are not aware of what the parameters are. But we’re here to let them know,” Leal said.

Leal said state right of way refers to the property between the end of a highway and private property fence lines, an area where signs are not permitted under the Texas Transportation Code.



https://www.kgns.tv/2026/02/25/txdot-removes-incorrectly-placed-political-signs-across-laredo-ahead-primary-elections/