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TX HJR97
TX HJR97Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the amount of the market value of real property that arises from the use of xeriscape on the property.
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Introduced
11/18/2024
11/18/2024
In Committee
03/10/2025
03/10/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/02/2025
06/02/2025
Introduced Session
89th Legislature Regular Session
Bill Summary
A JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the amount of the market value of real property that arises from the use of xeriscape on the property.
AI Summary
This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment that would allow the Texas legislature to create a property tax exemption for the portion of a property's market value that results from implementing xeriscape landscaping. Xeriscape is a water-conservation landscaping method that uses native, drought-resistant plants and design techniques to reduce water usage. The amendment would give the legislature the authority to define what qualifies as xeriscape and to establish additional requirements for property owners seeking this tax exemption. If approved by voters at the election on November 4, 2025, this amendment would enable local governments to provide a property tax break to homeowners and property owners who invest in water-efficient landscaping, potentially encouraging more sustainable land use practices. The ballot language will directly ask voters whether they support authorizing this potential tax exemption for xeriscape improvements.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Left pending in committee (on 05/05/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=89R&Bill=HJR97 |
| Fiscal Note (Introduced) | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/89R/fiscalnotes/html/HJ00097I.htm |
| BillText | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/89R/billtext/html/HJ00097I.htm |
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