New TTARA Research Foundation Study Reveals Surprising Impact of Appraisal Cap on Texas Property Taxes We’re pleased to share the release of a new study from the TTARA Research Foundation in collaboration with Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy: “The Surprising Impact of the 20% Appraisal Cap in Texas.” This comprehensive analysis examines the…

This research paper examines the circuit breaker limitation on appraised value (appraisal cap) for ad valorem property tax enacted by the Texas Legislature in 2023 as part of SB 2 (88th Leg., 2nd C.S.).

Jobs, Energy, Technology & Innovation Act Proposed Rule Amendments The Comptroller of Public Accounts has proposed amendments to several rules governing administration of the Jobs, Energy, Technology & Innovation (JETI). These changes are intended to align with the reordering of code sections introduced by H.B. 1620 (89th Legislature, Regular Session). The amendments to Rules 9.5001,…

Second Called Session – Legislature Adjourns Sine Die The Second Called Session of the 89th Texas Legislature adjourned sine die late last night, ending the session 11 days ahead of its scheduled conclusion and leaving several of Governor Abbott’s agenda items, including property tax reduction, unresolved. While over a dozen of the 25 items on the call…