Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to limit the maximum appraised value of real property for ad valorem tax purposes.
This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to allow the Texas legislature to cap property tax appraisals for homeowners. It would let lawmakers limit the maximum taxable value of a primary residence (homestead) to 105% of its prior year's appraised value, preventing rapid tax increases after a property sale or new ownership. The cap would apply only during the owner's tenure and expire if the property is sold, though it could continue for surviving spouses. If approved by voters, this amendment would replace current constitutional provisions governing property tax assessments.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Aug 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Aug 20, 2025
Last action Aug 20, 2025
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Aug 20, 2025
Committee
Referred to Ways & Means
lower
Aug 20, 2025
Introduced
Read first time
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Legislator
Party
State
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David Cook
RRepublican
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