Property tax cuts hit the fast track as Texas House advances long-awaited agreement
The package could land on Gov. Greg Abbott’s desk by the end of the week. Voters must pass the plan in a constitutional election in November for it to take effect in the 2023 tax year.
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In the middle of a second special legislative session focused solely on property tax relief, lawmakers reached a deal.
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On Tuesday, Gov. Greg Abbott announced Special Session No. 2, calling lawmakers back to the Texas Capitol “to provide lasting property tax cuts for Texans,” according to a press release.
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Top Republicans promised property tax cuts, but have been locked in standoffs on how to achieve it. Gov. Greg Abbott has called another overtime legislative session in hopes of solidifying a plan.
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Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick lashed out at Gov. Greg Abbott on Wednesday, accusing the governor of sabotaging the Senate’s work this year because Patrick and senators won’t bow to Abbott’s will on property tax relief.
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