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TX HB5481
Bill
Status
3/14/2025
Primary Sponsor
Gina Hinojosa
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AI Summary
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Amends Section 11.13(l) of the Texas Tax Code to allow homeowners to retain their residence homestead exemption from property taxes while temporarily absent due to service outside the United States as a Foreign Service employee
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Adds Foreign Service employees to the existing list of exemptions that already include military service members and individuals residing in health or aging care facilities
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Property owners must not establish a different principal residence during their absence to maintain the exemption
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Takes effect immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote from both legislative chambers, otherwise takes effect September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the continuation of a residence homestead exemption from ad valorem taxation while the owner is temporarily absent because of service outside of the United States as a Foreign Service member employed under United States Code, title 22.
Property Interests
Last Action
Referred to Ways & Means
4/7/2025