Governor Greg Abbott has issued the proclamation outlining issues to be addressed during the first called special session of the 87th Legislature which begins tomorrow morning at 10:00 am. Issues in the proclamation are: Legislation reforming the bail system in Texas to protect the public from accused criminals who may be released on bail. Legislation…

In this issue Comptroller Public Hearing on R&D Rules Best Buy amicus Joinder The Comptroller’s office held a public hearing this morning on their proposed research and development rules: 3.340 – Qualified Research (sales tax), and 3.599 – Margin: Research and Development Activities The hearing was in response to a request by the Associated General…

In this issue TTARA Session Reports Now Available Special Session Set for July 8 TTARA State Tax Meeting Set for October 6 Other Upcoming Meetings & Events   TTARA Session Reports Now Available At the end of each regular session, TTARA publishes three publications that summarize 1) tax and fiscal legislation, 2) school finance, and…

In this issue Public Hearing on Comptroller’s R&D Rules Proposal Reminder: TTARA 87th Regular Session Wrap-Up Meeting – June 10 Public Hearing on Comptroller’s R&D Rules Proposal In prior emails, webcasts, and meetings, TTARA has discussed two rules the Comptroller’s office proposes to adopt concerning the franchise tax credit (34 TAC §3.599) and the sales…

In this issue Legislative Session Update Bills of Interest by Policy Area TTARA 87th Regular Session Wrap-Up Meeting – June 10 The ticking clock of the 87th Legislative Session is a welcome relief for many– it brings both clarity and death. Of the 7,148 bills and constitutional amendments introduced, 6,206 have failed to advance for…