TTARA Announces Launch of a New Member Portal We are thrilled to announce the launch of our brand-new member portal! As part of our commitment to enhancing your experience and maintaining an accurate member database, we have upgraded our technology to better serve you. We hope you’ll find the new portal user-friendly and efficient, and…

The TTARA Research Foundation has released the sixth edition of the award-winning “An Introduction to School Finance in Texas.” The publication is written to educate readers about the state’s school finance system and includes changes and updates passed by the 88th Texas Legislature and signed into law. A copy of the primer can be downloaded here. Hard…

In this issue Data Processing Working Group JW Power Case Update Local Sales Tax Rate Changes Effective July 1, 2024 Data Processing Working Group TTARA recently formed a Data Processing Working Group. Data processing is one category of services subject to sales and use tax in Texas. The goals of the working group are to…

Proposed Rulemaking under the JETI Act  The Comptroller of Public Accounts is proposing an amendment to Rule 9.5004 (Application Process) and a new Rule 9.5013 (Hearings) implementing the JETI Act. The proposed rulemaking will be published tomorrow in the May 31, 2024 edition of the Texas Register. The comment period closes June 30, 2024. If you would like TTARA…

In this issue TTARA Requests Input on “Circuit Breaker” Issues Speaker Phelan Releases Interim Charges for the Texas House TTARA Requests Input on “Circuit Breaker” Issues We have heard from several TTARA members about various issues regarding the implementation of the 20% “circuit breaker” appraisal cap. Please use this form to let us know of any…