Despite having the highest number of new unemployment claims in the state, the Houston City Council approved a tax rate that will increase the property burden for next year.
With tax revenues declining, cities and counties may look to raise property taxes above the 3.5 percent threshold instituted by SB 2 thanks to a loophole in the law.
After months of drama and speculation, the recording of Speaker Dennis Bonnen's quid pro quo has been made public by Michael Quinn Sullivan.
Property tax reform legislation, referred to by state officials as the premier accomplishment of the legislative session, is now law.
The governor held a signing ceremony at Parmer Lane Elementary in Austin earlier today to conclude the legislature's efforts on school finance reform.
The 86th Legislature is officially over. For those wondering where prominent bills stand, here's a cheat sheet for the session.
Polling shows Texas voters expect significant property tax reform by the end of session. Over 50 percent of respondents support a special session if needed.
As the end of the 86th Legislature fast approaches, The Texan takes a look at where key legislation stands before the House and Senate adjourn.
The inclusion of a new "de minimis" exception could leave smaller cities and towns subject to higher taxes.
House Bill 2 is postponed until April 30, after house exempts school districts and other special taxing units from the bill.
With the passage of Senate Bill 2, the Texas Legislature is one step closer to curtailing property tax increases.
Sen. Kel Seliger reignites feud with Lt. Governor Dan Patrick over proposed "nuclear option" to bring property tax reform to the floor.
