Texas House Bill HB182

Texas 2017 - 85th Regular

• Filed: 11/14/16

Caption

Relating to a study of the economic impact of requiring the disclosure of the sales price of real property.

Impact

The implementation of this bill would lead to an in-depth analysis of the current property taxation system and how transparency in sales price could alter it. The findings from the study may have significant implications on property tax policies and revenue allocations, potentially leading to a reevaluation of how property taxes are calculated, distributed, and enforced. Particularly, the advisory committee formed by the comptroller to assist in this study will include stakeholders from various sectors such as school districts, appraisal districts, and real estate professions, indicating a comprehensive approach to understanding these dynamics.

Summary

House Bill 182 pertains to a study conducted by the comptroller regarding the economic impacts of requiring the disclosure of sales prices for real properties. This bill specifically mandates the comptroller to examine how such a requirement would affect the property tax system, property tax revenues, and the overall burden of property tax among taxpayers. It also explores the cost implications for the state in funding public education under various scenarios related to property sales price disclosures.

Contention

While the intention behind this bill is to promote transparency and potentially stabilize funding for public education through property taxes, there may be points of contention regarding how this information will be used. Some stakeholders might critique that requiring the disclosure of sales prices could complicate real estate transactions or lead to unintended consequences in the housing market. Additionally, businesses and individuals may express concerns over privacy and the potential for differential treatment amongst various property types, particularly between commercial and residential properties.