Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to increase the amount of the exemption from ad valorem taxation of property owned by certain disabled veterans.
SJR 86 proposes a constitutional amendment to increase property tax exemptions for certain disabled veterans in Texas. It would raise the maximum exemption amounts for veterans with specific disability ratings (e.g., from $5,000 to $30,000 for 10-30% disability) and add new categories like veterans aged 65+ or with severe disabilities. This directly affects disabled veterans certified by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (or military service) with 10% or higher disability ratings, as well as their surviving spouses and minor children. The amendment requires voter approval in the November 2025 election to take effect.
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in committee
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Introduction
Apr 2025
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Governor
Introduced Apr 25, 2025
Last action Apr 28, 2025
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Apr 28, 2025
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Referred to Local Government
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Apr 28, 2025
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upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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State
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Brent Hagenbuch
RRepublican
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