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TX HJR17

TX HJR17
Proposing a constitutional amendment to abolish ad valorem taxes.


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Introduced
08/15/2025
In Committee
08/20/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
09/03/2025

Introduced Session

89th Legislature 2nd Special Session

Bill Summary

A JOINT RESOLUTION proposing a constitutional amendment to abolish ad valorem taxes.

AI Summary

This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment to abolish ad valorem taxes (property taxes) in Texas, with a phased approach effective January 1, 2030. Ad valorem taxes, which are taxes levied on the assessed value of property, would be generally prohibited for political subdivisions after that date. However, the resolution includes an important exception: political subdivisions would still be allowed to continue imposing ad valorem taxes specifically to repay existing bond obligations or other financial commitments that were issued before January 1, 2030. The revenue from these continued property taxes would be strictly limited to repaying principal and interest on pre-existing debt until those obligations are fully paid. The proposed amendment would be submitted to Texas voters at an election on May 2, 2026, with ballot language asking voters to approve or reject "The constitutional amendment to abolish ad valorem taxes." This significant change would fundamentally alter how local governments in Texas fund their operations and services.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Referred to Ways & Means (on 08/20/2025)

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