Bill

SB 1329

86(R) - 2019
Senate Property Tax
Senate Property Tax

Vote Recommendation

Yes
  • Neutral
  • Positive
  • Neutral
  • Positive
  • Neutral

Author(s)

Paul Bettencourt

Bill Caption

Relating to bonds issued by and the dissolution of municipal management districts.

Fiscal Notes

No fiscal implication to the State is anticipated. 

Bill Analysis

SB 1329 would prohibit the issuance of bonds by a municipal management district after a petition for dissolution is filed. This would prevent municipal management districts from extending their life by issuing debt. They cannot be dissolved until all debt has been paid off. 

Vote Recommendation Notes

Texas Action supports SB 1329 on the basis of limited government and property rights. If property owners call for a dissolution of a management district, the district should not be able to add more burden to taxpayers, effectively extending its life against the wishes of voters.