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.

SB 247 expands eligibility for state aid to certain local governments (specifically counties with or adjacent to U.S. military installations) that lose property tax revenue due to tax breaks for disabled veterans. It amends Texas Local Government Code to redefine "local government" to include these counties, ensuring they qualify for disabled veteran assistance payments. The change applies to fiscal years beginning with the 2025 tax year. This policy directly affects counties near military bases that face disproportionate revenue loss from veteran tax relief programs.