Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas House Bill HB2550

Voted on by House
 
Out of Senate Committee
 
Voted on by Senate
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 

Caption

Relating to the regulation of property tax consultants.

Impact

Furthermore, HB2550 raises the educational requirements for property tax consultants by mandating completion of at least 30 classroom hours of approved courses, inclusive of four hours dedicated to the laws and legal issues pertinent to property tax consulting services. The bill also establishes a competency examination to assess the knowledge of candidates in various relevant areas, such as property taxation, property tax administration, ethics, and general principles applicable to property tax consulting. This examination process aims to ensure that only qualified individuals enter the field, thus enhancing the professionalism and reliability of property tax consultants.

Summary

House Bill 2550 focuses on the regulation of property tax consultants in the state of Texas. The bill introduces a series of amendments to the Occupations Code that aim to establish stricter guidelines and oversight for individuals and entities involved in property tax consulting. It specifies the maximum number of consultants that can be employed or sponsored by a registered senior property tax consultant or certain attorneys, which is capped at ten. This change is intended to limit the potential for conflicts of interest and improve accountability within the profession.

Contention

Despite the intention to enhance regulation, there may be points of contention among stakeholders regarding the additional barriers placed on potential consultants, including the increased educational and examination requirements. Supporters argue these measures are necessary for consumer protection and to elevate industry standards, while opponents may view them as unnecessary hurdles that restrict access to the profession. Overall, the implementation of HB2550 could lead to a more regulated and accountable framework for property tax consulting in Texas, potentially reshaping interactions between property owners and tax consultants.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HB2057

Relating to the licensing and regulation of lactation consultants and the creation of the Lactation Consultant Advisory Board; requiring an occupational license; imposing fees; providing penalties; creating a criminal offense.

TX HB4416

Relating to the regulation of auctioneering by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation; authorizing an administrative penalty.

TX HB2665

Relating to an interim study of the municipal regulation of short-term rental properties and residential amenity rental properties.

TX SB1414

Relating to the temporary regulation of the practice of veterinary medicine by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.

TX HB1937

Relating to the regulation of the cultivation, manufacture, processing, distribution, sale, testing, transportation, delivery, transfer, possession, use, and taxation of cannabis and cannabis products and local regulation of cannabis establishments; authorizing the imposition of fees; requiring an occupational license; creating a criminal offense; imposing a tax.

TX HB2843

Relating to the authorization, licensing, and regulation of casino gaming and sports wagering in this state, to the creation, powers, and duties of the Texas Gaming Commission, to the support of the horse racing industry and reform of horse racing and greyhound racing, and to other provisions related to gambling; imposing and authorizing administrative and civil penalties; imposing taxes; imposing and authorizing fees; requiring occupational licenses; creating criminal offenses.

TX HB667

Relating to the licensing and regulation of music therapists; requiring an occupational license; authorizing fees.

TX HB4941

Relating to the regulation of private security.

TX HB3890

Relating to the regulation and voluntary licensing of reroofing contractors by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation; providing administrative and civil penalties; authorizing fees.

TX HB1831

Relating to the regulation of the cultivation, manufacture, processing, distribution, sale, testing, transportation, delivery, transfer, possession, use, and taxation of cannabis and cannabis products and the local regulation of cannabis establishments; providing for expunction of records relating to certain decriminalized conduct; authorizing the imposition of fees; requiring an occupational license; creating a criminal offense; imposing a tax.

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