Texas 2011 - 82nd Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB1334

Filed
 
Out of Senate Committee
5/3/11  
Introduced
3/9/11  
Voted on by Senate
5/9/11  
Refer
3/22/11  
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 

Caption

Relating to the dismissal of complaints against property tax professionals.

Impact

The implications of SB1334 are significant for both property tax professionals and property owners. By allowing for the dismissal of complaints that challenge appraised values, the bill effectively creates a more efficient mechanism for addressing grievances that may not have a substantive basis. This could lead to a quicker resolution for property tax disputes, benefiting professionals in the field while potentially limiting options for property owners wishing to contest their valuations. It is a notable shift in favor of efficiency, which supporters argue is needed in the current regulation landscape.

Summary

Senate Bill 1334 aims to amend the Texas Occupations Code concerning the dismissal of complaints against property tax professionals. The bill outlines specific parameters under which complaints can be dismissed without a hearing, indicating that if a complaint solely addresses appraised value or related issues, and does not credibly claim a violation of law, it can be deemed resolved by the appropriate authorities. This change is intended to streamline the process for handling complaints against tax professionals, thereby reducing unnecessary hearings and potential backlog in the system.

Contention

One of the points of contention surrounding SB1334 includes the balance of power between property tax professionals and property owners. Critics may argue that the bill could diminish the rights of property owners to appeal decisions that affect their tax liabilities, as it emphasizes dismissal over thorough investigation in certain scenarios. The measure reflects a move towards protecting the interests of professionals in the tax appraisal field but raises concerns about fairness in property tax assessments and the rights of individuals regarding their property values.

Companion Bills

TX HB1692

Identical Relating to the dismissal of complaints against property tax professionals.

Previously Filed As

TX HB5008

Relating to conduct of and complaints against current and former judges.

TX HB3917

Relating to dismissal of a complaint alleging a parent contributing to nonattendance on the parent's fulfillment of certain terms.

TX HB1285

Relating to the training and duties of a taxpayer liaison officer for an appraisal district.

TX HB2987

Relating to the exemption of tangible personal property from ad valorem taxation; making conforming changes.

TX SB1789

Relating to the exemption of tangible personal property from ad valorem taxation; making conforming changes.

TX HB4690

Relating to the grievance procedure used by public schools to address complaints by students or parents.

TX HB5050

Relating to notice by an appraisal review board that a protest has been dismissed because of failure by the property owner or the owner's designated agent to appear at the hearing on the protest.

TX SB2410

Relating to notice by an appraisal review board that a protest has been dismissed because of failure by the property owner or the owner's designated agent to appear at the hearing on the protest.

TX SB161

Relating to the procedure for certain complaints against health care practitioners.

TX HB5101

Relating to procedures for a complaint filed with the State Bar of Texas against an attorney.

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