Homeownership is a right that promotes strong families and investment in local communities. Unfortunately, too many Texans are taxed out of their own homes. The first bill Nichols filed in the Texas Senate cut appraisal caps in half. He also supported successful legislation to extend significant property tax breaks to Texas' senior citizens. The Legislature has begun many reforms to our property tax system, but more must be done to bring relief to overburdened property taxpayers.