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TX SB2630
Bill
Status
3/13/2025
Primary Sponsor
Charles Creighton
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AI Summary
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Prohibits local taxing entities (counties, municipalities, school districts, special taxing districts) from initiating foreclosure on a residence homestead when the homeowner owns the property outright with no mortgage or recorded liens and owes less than $25,000 in delinquent property taxes including penalties and interest
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Requires taxing entities to offer homeowners a structured repayment plan of at least five years before initiating foreclosure when delinquent taxes exceed $25,000
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Converts unpaid property tax debt under $25,000 into a non-enforceable lien that must be satisfied before the property can be sold, transferred, or inherited
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Takes effect immediately with two-thirds vote of both legislative chambers, otherwise becomes effective September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to prohibiting the foreclosure of a lien-free or mortgage-free residence homestead by a local taxing entity.
Property Interests
Last Action
Referred to Local Government
4/3/2025