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TX HB1483

Bill

Status

Introduced

12/2/2024

Primary Sponsor

Barbara Gervin-Hawkins

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates a property tax exemption for the increased appraised value of residential properties resulting from installation of energy efficiency improvements

  • Qualifying improvements include high-efficiency HVAC systems, heat pumps, water heaters, windows, attic insulation, radiant barriers, smart thermostats, electric vehicle charging demand response technology, and door/window sealing

  • Property must have been originally constructed before January 1, 2011, and improvements must be installed on or after January 1, 2026

  • Once approved, the exemption does not need to be reclaimed annually and continues until property ownership changes or qualification status changes

  • Takes effect January 1, 2026, contingent on voter approval of a related constitutional amendment proposed by the 89th Legislature

Legislative Description

Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the amount of the appraised value of certain residential real property that arises from the installation in the property of certain energy efficiency-related improvements.

Property Interests

Last Action

Left pending in committee

4/28/2025

Committee Referrals

Ways & Means3/11/2025

Full Bill Text

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