In the early 1800s, the empresario system was responsible for
more American colonists settling in Texas.
stopping Americans from settling in Texas.
banning all forms of slavery in Texas.
granting Texas independence from Mexico.

After a decade of political and cultural clashes between the Mexican government and the increasingly large population of American settlers in Texas. In March 1836, a second political convention declared independence and appointed leadership for the new Republic of Texas.

Explanation:

the two colonies had the earliest laws mandating religious tolerance.