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Texas House Bill HB774

Texas 2023 - 88th Regular

Texas House Bill HB774

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

Caption

Relating to the ad valorem tax appraisal of an older residence homestead located in or near a tax increment financing reinvestment zone.

Impact

If enacted, HB 774 would significantly impact how the state tax code responds to property values in reinvestment zones, especially for older homeowners. The intention is to stabilize property taxes for these residents, effectively equalizing their tax liabilities despite the potential rise in market value caused by nearby renovations. The bill will only come into effect if a constitutional amendment permitting its implementation is approved by voters, which underscores the legislative intent to balance property tax fairness with the realities of local economic development.

Summary

House Bill 774 is aimed at addressing the ad valorem tax appraisal process for older residence homesteads located within or near tax increment financing reinvestment zones. The bill allows chief appraisers to exclude the value of new or significantly remodeled properties in the neighborhood from their appraisals of residences over 30 years old. This aims to ensure that the tax burden on older residents is not unfairly increased due to the inflationary effects of nearby property improvements, thereby protecting long-term residents from potential financial strain as urban development occurs.

Sentiment

The general sentiment surrounding HB 774 appears to be cautiously optimistic among supporters. Advocates argue that the bill will help maintain affordable living conditions for elderly residents and those who have long-term ties to their communities. However, there are concerns that excluding newer property values from appraisals could diminish the overall revenue generated from property taxes, which might affect funding for local services and infrastructure. This complex interplay suggests a divided opinion on the effectiveness and implications of the proposed changes.

Contention

A notable point of contention is the potential impact that HB 774 could have on municipal budgets and funding derived from property taxes. Critics may express fears that the exclusion of new property values from appraisals could lead to fiscal shortfalls in tax increment financing zones. Balancing the interests of long-standing residents against the need for sustainable municipal funding is a pressing concern, making the bill's assessment a significant topic for ongoing discussion among legislators and community members alike.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Tax Code

  • Chapter 23. Appraisal Methods And Procedures
    • Section: 013

Companion Bills

TX HJR52

Enabling for Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide that the officials responsible for appraising property for ad valorem taxation in a county may exclude from consideration the value of new or substantially remodeled residential property when determining the market value of an older residence homestead located in or near a tax increment financing reinvestment zone.

TX HJR52

Enabling for Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide that the officials responsible for appraising property for ad valorem taxation in a county may exclude from consideration the value of new or substantially remodeled residential property when determining the market value of an older residence homestead located in or near a tax increment financing reinvestment zone.

Previously Filed As

TX HB4046

Relating to the ad valorem tax appraisal of an older residence homestead located in or near a tax increment financing reinvestment zone.

TX HB90

Relating to the ad valorem tax appraisal of an older residence homestead located in or near a tax increment financing reinvestment zone.

TX HJR52

Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide that the officials responsible for appraising property for ad valorem taxation in a county may exclude from consideration the value of new or substantially remodeled residential property when determining the market value of an older residence homestead located in or near a tax increment financing reinvestment zone.

TX HJR146

Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide that the officials responsible for appraising property for ad valorem taxation in a county may exclude from consideration the value of new or substantially remodeled residential property when determining the market value of an older residence homestead located in or near a tax increment financing reinvestment zone.

TX HJR13

Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide that the officials responsible for appraising property for ad valorem taxation in a county may exclude from consideration the value of new or substantially remodeled residential property when determining the market value of an older residence homestead located in or near a tax increment financing reinvestment zone.

TX SB313

Relating to the term of a reinvestment zone and to the assessment and payment of tax increments under the Tax Increment Financing Act.

TX HB2311

Relating to limitations on increases in the appraised value for ad valorem tax purposes of residence homesteads and single-family residences other than residence homesteads.

TX HB283

Relating to limitations on increases in the appraised value for ad valorem tax purposes of residence homesteads and single-family residences other than residence homesteads.

TX HB162

Relating to limitations on increases in the appraised value for ad valorem tax purposes of residence homesteads and single-family residences other than residence homesteads.

TX HB794

Relating to limitations on increases in the appraised value for ad valorem tax purposes of residence homesteads and single-family residences other than residence homesteads.

Similar Bills

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