Texas 2017 - 85th Regular

Texas House Bill HB3524

Caption

Relating to the prioritization of public transportation funding for areas disproportionately affected by the granting of ad valorem tax relief to disabled veterans.

Impact

This bill potentially reshapes the landscape of public transportation funding across Texas by ensuring that regions accommodating military personnel and veterans are not overlooked. It acknowledges the unique challenges faced by these areas, which may include increased traffic congestion and specific environmental concerns linked to military activities. By prioritizing funding according to these nuanced community factors, the bill aims to improve transportation infrastructure and, consequently, the quality of life for residents in these locales.

Summary

House Bill 3524 is aimed at enhancing public transportation funding in Texas, specifically targeting areas that are significantly impacted by the relief of ad valorem taxes granted to disabled veterans. The bill amends Section 201.996 of the Transportation Code by introducing a prioritization for funding allocations for projects aimed at congestion mitigation and air quality improvement. Regions close to military installations that experience this disproportionate tax relief will be emphasized for funding, highlighting a commitment to address specific community needs that affect veterans.

Contention

Though the bill appears to focus on a positive initiative for veteran communities, potential points of contention may arise regarding the allocation of funds. Critics might argue that prioritizing certain regions could lead to inequities in funding distribution across the state. Additionally, there is concern over how effectively the formula for allocation will be developed and implemented, ensuring that it not only serves veterans but also addresses broader public transportation needs without disadvantaging other communities.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HB1596

Relating to the applicability of the law governing the provision of state aid to certain local governments disproportionately affected by the granting of ad valorem tax relief to disabled veterans.

TX HB1613

Relating to the applicability of the law governing the provision of state aid to certain local governments disproportionately affected by the granting of ad valorem tax relief to disabled veterans.

TX SB748

Relating to the provision of state aid to certain local governments to offset the cost of the exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homestead of a 100 percent or totally disabled veteran.

TX HB4261

Relating to a limitation on increases in the appraised value for ad valorem tax purposes of the residence homesteads of military veterans, individuals who are disabled or 65 years of age or older, and their surviving spouses.

TX HB5293

Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of the total appraised value of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a 100 percent or totally disabled veteran.

TX HB582

Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation by certain taxing units of a portion of the appraised value of the residence homestead of the parent or guardian of a person who is disabled and who resides with the parent or guardian.

TX SJR3

Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to limit the maximum appraised value of real property for ad valorem tax purposes, to increase the amount of an exemption from ad valorem taxation by a school district applicable to residence homesteads, to adjust the amount of the limitation on school district ad valorem taxes imposed on the residence homesteads of the elderly or disabled to reflect increases in certain exemption amounts, and to except certain appropriations to pay for ad valorem tax relief from the constitutional limitation on the rate of growth of appropriations.

TX SJR2

Proposing a constitutional amendment to increase the amount of the exemption from ad valorem taxation by a school district applicable to residence homesteads, to adjust the amount of the limitation on school district ad valorem taxes imposed on the residence homesteads of the elderly or disabled to reflect increases in certain exemption amounts, and to except certain appropriations to pay for school district ad valorem tax relief from the constitutional limitation on the rate of growth of appropriations.

TX SJR1

Proposing a constitutional amendment to increase the amount of the exemption from ad valorem taxation by a school district applicable to residence homesteads, to adjust the amount of the limitation on school district ad valorem taxes imposed on the residence homesteads of the elderly or disabled to reflect increases in certain exemption amounts, and to except certain appropriations to pay for school district ad valorem tax relief from the constitutional limitation on the rate of growth of appropriations.

TX HJR14

Proposing a constitutional amendment to increase the amount of the exemption from ad valorem taxation by a school district applicable to residence homesteads, to adjust the amount of the limitation on school district ad valorem taxes imposed on the residence homesteads of the elderly or disabled to reflect increases in certain exemption amounts, to establish the property tax relief to rental households fund and authorize the legislature to provide payments to rental households from that fund based on a proportion of rent paid, and to except certain appropriations to pay for school district ad valorem tax relief and property tax relief payments to rental households from the constitutional limitation on the rate of growth of appropriations.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.