Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of certain property owned by a charitable organization that is engaged in providing housing and related facilities and services to persons who are at least 62 years of age.
SB 1237 would amend Texas property tax law to exempt from ad valorem taxation property owned by charitable organizations that provide housing and related services to people aged 62 or older. The bill specifically targets facilities offering housing, recreational activities, or specialized services for seniors, such as those addressing age-related needs. To qualify, the charitable organization must meet existing requirements for tax-exempt status and exclusively provide housing services for this age group. This change would reduce property tax burdens for qualifying senior housing facilities operated by eligible nonprofits.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 12, 2025
Last action Apr 29, 2025
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Apr 29, 2025
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Committee report printed and distributed
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Apr 29, 2025
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Reported favorably as substituted
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Apr 24, 2025
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Vote taken in committee
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Apr 14, 2025
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Left pending in committee
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Apr 14, 2025
Upper · Passed
Testimony taken in committee
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Feb 28, 2025
Committee
Referred to Local Government
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Feb 28, 2025
Introduced
Read first time
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Angela Paxton
RRepublican
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