Texas · 89th Legislature, 2nd Called Session (2025) · Bill

HB 85: Relating to the vote required in an election to approve an ad valorem tax rate that exceeds a taxing unit's voter-approval tax rate; making conforming changes.

In committee Last action August 20, 2025: Referred to Ways & Means

Plain-language summary

HB 85 is a bill introduced in the Texas House on August 15, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to the vote required in an election to approve an ad valorem tax rate that exceeds a taxing unit's voter-approval tax rate; making conforming changes. Primary sponsor: Stan Gerdes (Republican). Most recent recorded action (August 20, 2025): Referred to Ways & Means.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Stan Gerdes (Republican).