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Digest
HB 217 proposes a change in the voting threshold for adopting property tax rates that exceed the voter-approval rate. Under current law, a simple majority of votes cast in an election is required for a taxing unit to adopt a rate higher than the voter-approval rate. HB 217 raises this threshold to a 60% supermajority of votes cast. This change would affect all taxing units required to hold an election for rate increases, including special districts and municipalities, and is set to take effect on January 1, 2026.
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Rep. Brian Harrison
Capitol Phone:
(512) 463-0516
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EXT E1.414
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