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TX SB2172

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/10/2025

Primary Sponsor

Tan Parker

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Restricts chief appraisers from requiring homestead exemption holders to file new applications or reconfirm eligibility unless the appraiser has reason to believe the person no longer qualifies

  • Requires chief appraisers to provide written notice stating both that the person may no longer qualify and the specific reason for that belief before requesting reconfirmation

  • Maintains existing protections for persons 65 years or older, prohibiting exemption cancellation for failure to respond unless additional procedural requirements are met

  • Amends Section 11.43 of the Tax Code governing residence homestead exemptions under Section 11.13

  • Takes effect September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to the authority of the chief appraiser of an appraisal district to require a person allowed an exemption from ad valorem taxation of a residence homestead to file a new application or confirm the person's current qualification for the exemption.

Property Interests

Last Action

Left pending in committee

4/14/2025

Committee Referrals

Local Government3/24/2025

Full Bill Text

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