Relating to the system for appraising property for ad valorem tax and school finance purposes.
HB 4217 requires members of appraisal district boards (which set property tax values) to complete mandatory training on property tax systems, board duties, and open government laws. The comptroller must create an online course covering these topics, and board members must finish it before their first annual meeting or within 30 days. Failure to comply makes members ineligible to serve, requiring a replacement appointment. This affects local property tax administration and school funding systems, as appraisal districts determine taxable values used for school finance. The bill focuses on improving board competency and transparency in tax valuation processes.
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in committee
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Introduction
Mar 2025
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Governor
Introduced Mar 31, 2025
Last action Mar 31, 2025
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Mar 31, 2025
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Referred to s/c on Property Tax Appraisals by Speaker
lower
Mar 31, 2025
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lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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P
Cody Vasut
RRepublican
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