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TX HB152

TX HB152
Relating to a study of alternative methods of taxation to replace revenue lost to political subdivisions if ad valorem taxes are abolished.


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Introduced
08/15/2025
In Committee
08/18/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
09/03/2025

Introduced Session

89th Legislature 2nd Special Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT relating to a study of alternative methods of taxation to replace revenue lost to political subdivisions if ad valorem taxes are abolished.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a nine-member Commission to Study Measures to Abolish Ad Valorem Taxes (property taxes), which will be composed of the state comptroller, three senators appointed by the lieutenant governor, three representatives appointed by the house speaker, and two public members appointed by the governor. The comptroller will serve as the commission's presiding officer, and the comptroller's office staff will support the commission's work. The commission's primary task is to conduct a comprehensive study exploring alternative taxation methods that could replace the revenue currently generated by ad valorem (property) taxes for local political subdivisions. Commission members will not receive compensation but can be reimbursed for necessary expenses. By December 1, 2026, the commission must submit a detailed report with its findings and potential legislative recommendations to key state leadership. The commission will be automatically abolished on September 1, 2027, and the bill will take effect either immediately with a two-thirds legislative vote or 91 days after the legislative session ends. The goal is to explore potential systemic changes to Texas's property tax structure and identify sustainable alternative revenue sources for local governments.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Referred to Ways & Means (on 08/18/2025)

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