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TX SB2622
Bill
Status
3/13/2025
Primary Sponsor
Phil King
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AI Summary
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Adds a new category of municipality (Subdivision 65) eligible to use hotel occupancy tax revenue for hotel and convention center projects under Section 351.152 of the Texas Tax Code
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The newly eligible municipality must have a population of 47,000 or more and be located in two counties—one with a population of 2.1 million or more and one with a population of 179,000 or more
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The municipality must also be bisected by State Highway 174 to qualify under this provision
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Takes effect immediately if approved by two-thirds vote of both legislative chambers; otherwise takes effect September 1, 2025
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Committee substitute sponsored by Senator Schwertner; reported favorably by Senate Economic Development Committee with a 4-0 vote on May 5, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to use certain tax revenue derived from a hotel and convention center project.
Taxation
Last Action
Not again placed on intent calendar
5/12/2025