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TX HB4300

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/11/2025

Primary Sponsor

Matthew Shaheen

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Exempts the gift of a motor vehicle from being classified as a taxable "sale" under Texas motor vehicle sales and use tax law, removing tax liability for vehicle gifts regardless of the relationship between parties

  • Exempts even exchanges of two motor vehicles (where no additional money changes hands) from motor vehicle sales and use taxes

  • Exempts private sales of used motor vehicles between individuals from being classified as "retail sales," provided the transaction occurs in Texas and the seller is not acting as a licensed motor vehicle dealer

  • Repeals several existing Tax Code provisions including Section 152.024 (even exchange tax), Section 152.025 (gift tax provisions), and related sections governing documentation requirements for gifts and exchanges

  • Takes effect September 1, 2025, with tax liability accrued before that date remaining subject to former law for collection and enforcement purposes

Legislative Description

Relating to the exemption of certain motor vehicle sales, gifts, and exchanges from motor vehicle sales and use taxes.

Taxation

Last Action

Referred to Ways & Means

4/1/2025

Committee Referrals

Ways & Means4/1/2025

Full Bill Text

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