Bill > HJR71

This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment that provides significant protections for homeowners by preventing the seizure or sale of a primary residence for delinquent ad valorem (property) taxes. Specifically, the amendment would modify the Texas Constitution to add a new provision that explicitly shields a person's primary residence (known legally as a "residence homestead") from being seized or sold to collect unpaid property taxes. The resolution includes language allowing the Legislature to define what qualifies as a residence homestead. The proposed amendment would be submitted to Texas voters for approval at an election on November 4, 2025, with ballot language that clearly states the core purpose of protecting homesteads from tax-related seizure. By adding this protection, the amendment aims to provide additional financial security for homeowners who might otherwise risk losing their primary residence due to tax delinquency, potentially offering a safety net for families facing temporary financial hardships that could impact their ability to pay property taxes.

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