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Texas House Bill HB1383

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas House Bill HB1383

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Caption

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.

Impact

The provisions in HB 1383 are set to be applicable to local governments starting from the fiscal year that concludes in the 2025 tax year. The intended effect of the bill is to create a framework by which local governments disproportionately impacted by tax exemptions aimed at disabled veterans can apply specifically for assistance payments. This could have significant implications for revenue management among local governments and might influence how aid is distributed across Texan counties.

Summary

House Bill 1383 aims to amend the Local Government Code in Texas regarding the provision of state aid to local governments that are disproportionately affected by ad valorem tax relief granted to disabled veterans. The bill modifies the definition of 'local government' to include municipalities that are partially or wholly situated in counties that either host a U.S. military installation or are adjacent to such counties. This adjustment reflects an effort to ensure that local governments in proximity to military facilities can access necessary funding to mitigate the financial impact of tax relief measures aimed at assisting disabled veterans.

Contention

As it stands, the bill touches on sensitive issues relating to taxation and local government autonomy in managing fiscal resources. Supporters argue that clarifying the definition of local governments and expanding eligibility for aid is essential for communities that support military veterans. However, there could be concerns from opposing parties regarding the financial sustainability of tax relief programs and the potential consequences for local budgets, especially for municipalities that may not qualify for the assistance outlined under the new guidance.

Notable_points

One notable aspect of HB 1383 is its consideration of geographic factors when determining eligibility for aid, which reflects a growing recognition of the unique challenges faced by communities near military installations. This could potentially set a precedent for future legislation centered around geographic impacts on local governance and taxation policy.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Local Government Code

  • Chapter 140. Miscellaneous Financial Provisions Affecting Municipalities, Counties, And Other Local Governments
    • Section: 011

Companion Bills

TX HB244

Same As 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 SB247

Identical 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.

Previously Filed As

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 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 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 SB1324

Relating to the effect of an election at which the voters fail to approve or vote to reduce the ad valorem tax rate adopted by the governing body of a taxing unit.

TX HB4908

Relating to the eligibility of certain local governmental entities affected by the realignment of defense worker jobs or facilities to receive grants.

TX HB3974

Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation by a taxing unit located wholly or partly in a populous county of a specified dollar amount, or a greater dollar amount specified by the governing body of the taxing unit, of the appraised value of a residence homestead.

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 HB2993

Relating to the eligibility of certain property located in a reinvestment zone for certain ad valorem tax incentives.

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 HB707

Relating to the establishment of a limitation on the total amount of ad valorem taxes that certain taxing units may impose on the residence homesteads of individuals who are disabled or elderly and their surviving spouses.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.