Yesterday, Governor Greg Abbott announced a multi-part plan to overhaul Texas’ property tax system with an eye toward affordability, ownership, sustainability, and local control. This plan signals a renewed focus on local fiscal matters moving into the 2027 Texas Legislature.
“Even with the progress made by previous legislatures to provide tax relief, property taxes continue to be a major burden for Texas families. In fact, sky-high tax bills are the number one concern that I hear about from my fellow Texans. It weighs heavy on the minds of many,” says TPPF’s CEO Greg Sindelar. “The Texas Public Policy Foundation appreciates that state leadership is prioritizing this key challenge ahead of the 2027 legislative session. We look forward to working with all involved to advance a bold, conservative vision for property taxes that puts Texas taxpayers first.”
“In this present crisis, local governments are to blame. These ~5,000 entities determine tax rates, spending levels, and bonded indebtedness—and the fruit of their decision-making has been soaring tax bills. Hence, to solve this problem, state leaders must get the local policymaking environment under control. It is the central issue,” says TPPF’s James Quintero.