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Why Gov. Greg Abbott wants to let taxpayers decide whether cities can raise — or cut — taxes

Texas cities and counties already face limits on how much revenue they can generate. Local leaders have warned that further ...
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‘Kind of maxed out’: Texas lawmakers question whether state can afford to fund larger property tax breaks

Texas is spending $51 billion on property tax relief in fiscal years 2026 and 2027 and will be required to spend the same amount in future bienniums to maintain existing tax exemptions, lawmakers said ...

Gov. Greg Abbott pushes sweeping property tax overhaul in Texas

Gov. Greg Abbott is proposing a five-part plan to cut property taxes, cap appraisals, limit local spending, and eliminate ...