Bill

HB 1883

86(R) - 2019
House Ways & Means
Senate Property Tax
House Ways & Means
Senate Property Tax
Military
Taxation

Vote Recommendation

No
  • Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Negative
  • Neutral

Author(s)

Greg Bonnen
Dennis Paul
Hugh Shine

Sponsor(s)

Brandon Creighton

Bill Caption

Relating to deferred payment of ad valorem taxes for certain persons serving in the United States armed forces.

Fiscal Notes

No fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.

Bill Analysis

HB 1883 would provide property tax deferred payment privileges for all active duty members of the U.S. Armed Forces (changed from members of U.S. Armed Forces during a war or national emergency).  Any taxes not paid after the 60 day exemption period would accrue interest at an annual rate of 6%. Penalties would not apply. 

Vote Recommendation Notes

Texas Action opposes HB 1883 for violating the principle of limited government by expanding a special tax deferral privilege for a preferred class of people. While recognizing the good intentions of this bill in honoring our military personnel, we oppose giving special tax treatment to preferred classes of people.