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TX SB1546
Bill
Status
2/21/2025
Primary Sponsor
Charles Perry
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AI Summary
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Agricultural land designated for productivity value appraisal (ag exemption) will not lose that designation when a portion is taken through eminent domain for a right-of-way, as long as the remaining land still qualifies
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Removes the existing 200-foot width limitation on right-of-way condemnations, meaning rights-of-way of any width taken by condemnation will not trigger loss of agricultural appraisal status
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Applies the same protections to open-space land appraisals, ensuring eligibility does not end when eminent domain is used for right-of-way purposes
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The remaining portion of land keeps its agricultural or open-space appraisal status regardless of size, provided it otherwise meets qualification requirements
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Takes effect January 1, 2026, and applies to ad valorem tax years beginning on or after that date
Legislative Description
Relating to the appraisal for ad valorem tax purposes of certain land on the basis of the land's productivity value when a portion of the land is taken for a right-of-way through an exercise of the power of eminent domain.
Property Interests
Last Action
Referred to Local Government
3/6/2025