Issue Position: Devising Property Tax Relief

Issue Position

Charlie Geren was one of the key supporters of the last major property tax cuts. But now, tax appraisals are higher than ever before. Charlie has been a leading advocate for lower taxes at the state level, and now he is pushing for tax limits on local government, too.

Recently, Governor Greg Abbott asked Charlie Geren, a leading champion for lower taxes, to join him in Tarrant County to announce​ ​new legislation to stop rapidly escalating local​ ​property taxes. Working together, Charlie and Governor Abbott's efforts will:

Install a new property tax revenue cap each year to stop skyrocketing property taxes
Require mandatory voter approval by election for any proposed increase beyond the new cap
Eliminate all unfunded mandates -- so the state no longer shifts costs onto cities and homeowners
Reform appraisal systems to prevent unfair home valuations
Ensure proper state funding for our schools, which will significantly lower the burden on local homeowners and help our kids receive a great education

You can be sure Charlie will continue to be a strong voice for property tax relief, and will work closely with our governor to get it done.

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