Relating to a temporary local option exemption from ad valorem taxation by a taxing unit of the total appraised value of surplus real property a person purchases from the El Paso Independent School District.
Impact
If enacted, HB 5096 would have a significant impact on local tax revenues and the real estate market in El Paso. The exemption allows for greater financial flexibility for potential buyers, making it more attractive for businesses and individuals to invest in properties that may need rehabilitation or redevelopment. This initiative intends to promote growth within the community and facilitate the use of under-utilized properties, ultimately aiding in local economic development.
Summary
House Bill 5096 introduces a temporary local option exemption from ad valorem taxation for surplus real property purchased from the El Paso Independent School District. This proposed legislation allows a governing body of a taxing unit to exempt the total appraised value of such properties from taxation for a period of ten years, subject to certain conditions. The bill aims to stimulate the local economy by encouraging investment in surplus properties that might otherwise go unutilized.
Contention
One notable point of contention surrounding HB 5096 is its dependency on a future constitutional amendment that must be approved by voters. Should the amendment not pass, the bill will have no effect, raising concerns about the viability of the proposed tax exemption. Critics argue that tying the bill to a constitutional amendment introduces uncertainty and could delay the potential economic benefits the legislation aims to provide. Additionally, discussions may arise regarding the implications of such exemptions on overall tax equitability among property owners in the area.
Enabling for
Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to provide for a temporary local option exemption from ad valorem taxation by a political subdivision of the total market value of surplus real property a person purchases from a school district.
Relating to a local option exemption from ad valorem taxation by a county or municipality of all or part of the appraised value of real property used to operate a child-care facility.
Relating to a local option exemption from ad valorem taxation by a county or municipality of all or part of the appraised value of real property used to operate a child-care facility.
Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation by a taxing unit other than a school district of a portion of the appraised value of a residence homestead based on the average appraised value in the preceding tax year of all qualified residence homesteads located in the same county.
Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the total appraised value of the residence homesteads of certain elderly persons and their surviving spouses.
Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the total appraised value of the residence homesteads of certain elderly persons and their surviving spouses.
Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the total appraised value of the residence homesteads of certain elderly persons and their surviving spouses.
Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the total appraised value of the residence homesteads of certain elderly persons and their surviving spouses.
Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the total appraised value of the residence homesteads of certain elderly persons and their surviving spouses.