Relating to the text of ballot propositions that increase taxes.
HB 48 requires that any ballot proposition increasing property taxes in Texas must include the statement "THIS IS A PROPERTY TAX INCREASE" in bold, size 42 font. This rule applies only to elections held on or after the bill's effective date. The bill does not change tax rates or create new taxes but mandates clearer ballot language for voters. It directly affects local governments and school districts that propose property tax increases on ballots.
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Jul 2025
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Governor
Introduced Jul 14, 2025
Last action Jul 14, 2025
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Brian Harrison
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