Politics
Texas Democrats push for property tax relief proposal that includes renters
Posted on · The Democratic plan aims to help renters by giving them a cash rebate of up to 10% on rent paid in the last tax year.
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Party Politics
George Santos doubles down in reelection run
Posted on · Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina delve into the latest news in national and local politics.
Politics
What a $50 savings per taxpayer is costing Harris County residents
Posted on · Republican officials contend last fall’s boycott of Harris County Commissioners Court was more than worth it, forcing cuts to what they saw as a bloated budget and granting relief to taxpayers burdened by inflation. But the bill is coming due in the form of starved departments and fewer services.
Politics
Texas has an unprecedented budget surplus. What can be done with the billions of dollars?
Posted on · Conservatives want to use part of the money to provide property tax relief. Progressives want to boost funding for public education.
inDepth
Galveston County Judge Seeks To Freeze Property Tax Appraisals
Posted on · Judge Mark Henry has asked Governor Abbott to freeze 2020 appraisals at 2019 levels, as a measure to help residents cope with the economic effects of COVID-19
City of Houston
Why Houston’s Tax Rate Is Going Down While Harris County’s Rate Might Go Up
Posted on · District A Councilmember Brenda Stardig said the county’s increase negates the city’s cut.
Harris County
Harris County Faces Potential 8% Property Tax Hike
Posted on · The Democratic majority on Harris County Commissioners Court proposed the measure, making it all but certain it will become law.
inDepth
Property Tax Reform Is Law. What Happens Now?
Posted on · SB 2 will slow the rate at which property taxes can climb, but those already facing high taxes on their homes will see little relief.
Houston Matters
Survey Reveals Texans’ Opinions On How To Fund Public Schools, As Legislative Session Nears Close
Posted on · Views tend to differ between demographics.
Politics
In A Surprising Turn, Texas House Opts To Delay Consideration Of Sales Tax Swap Legislation Until 2021
Posted on · Gov. Greg Abbott and other legislative leaders endorsed the sales tax increase, intended to help fund ongoing cuts to school district taxes. But it has been effectively killed this session.
Politics
Texas Senate Approves School Finance Reform Bill, But Opts Not To Fund It With A Sales Tax Hike
Posted on · The chambers will need to negotiate how to give teachers pay raises, whether to adjust how students take standardized tests and how to provide long-term property tax relief for Texans.
Politics
Texas House Approves Property Tax Reform Bill, Setting Up Negotiations With The Senate
Posted on · The House approved the bill designed to slow local property tax revenue growth, but made the bill contingent on the passage of a school finance bill, which is still pending in the Senate.
Texas
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, Other Top Officials, Propose Raising The Sales Tax To Provide Property Tax Relief
Posted on · The state's Big Three unveiled the proposal in a joint statement. The idea would need approval from two thirds of the House and Senate and a majority of Texas voters.
Texas
Texas Senate Passes Two-Year Budget With Money For Property Tax Cuts — But No Plan For How To Spend It
Posted on · The Senate budget also includes a $6.3 billion boost for public schools, about $4 billion of which would increase teachers’ and librarians’ annual salaries by $5,000.
inDepth
Fort Bend County Judge KP George Names Emergency Management, Voting Infrastructure As Top Priorities
Posted on · Financial planner KP George grew up in poverty in southern India. He took office as Fort Bend County judge in January.