Relating to the selection, terms, and removal of members of the board of directors and appraisal review board of certain appraisal districts.
This bill amends Texas Tax Code sections governing county appraisal districts. It creates a formal process for taxing units to recall appointed board members (via resolution filed with the chief appraiser), prohibits individuals with business ties to appraisal districts from serving on boards, and clarifies the taxpayer liaison officer's role in publicizing vacancies and handling applications without influencing appointments. These changes directly affect county appraisal districts and their governing bodies in Texas, particularly in less populous counties. The bill focuses on procedural transparency and reducing conflicts of interest in board appointments.
Bill status
in committee
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Introduction
Apr 2025
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Introduced Apr 7, 2025
Last action Apr 7, 2025
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Apr 7, 2025
Committee
Referred to s/c on Property Tax Appraisals by Speaker
lower
Apr 7, 2025
Introduced
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lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Party
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P
Brad Buckley
RRepublican
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