Three Democrats want to bring new ideas to the role of Lieutenant Governor of Texas. But no matter who wins March's Democratic primary, they'll face an uphill battle running against incumbent ...

Texas homeowners are on track to shave a noticeable chunk off their school property tax bills after state lawmakers and voters boosted the statewide homestead exemption and left several other tax ...

Texas offers multiple property tax exemptions that can significantly reduce a home's taxable value. Here's what to know.

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LUBBOCK, Texas — Read Republican State Rep. Carl Tepper's re-election questionnaire for Texas House District 84 ahead of the March party primary election. Note: The Lubbock Avalanche-Journal/ USA ...

Angie Chen Button has solid credentials as a Texas lawmaker. First elected in 2008, she is a veteran of the Texas House and ...

J asked candidates questions ahead of the March primaries. Check out responses from Riley Rodriquez, a Democrat running for ...

For decades, state lawmakers have tinkered around the edges of property tax reform, capping increases, compressing rates, and carving out relief for the most burdened of homeowners. But in 2026, at ...

As tax bills soar, some states are done with efforts to reform property taxes. In 2026, these lawmakers are aiming to kill ...

Richardson could see a budget shortfall in the next few years due to the statewide cap on property tax increases, City Manager Don Magner warned City Council at the Dec. 15 meeting.

Texas property tax bills are due soon. Learn how homestead exemptions, payment plans and deferrals can help reduce the burden.

Patrick’s initial five-item to-do list also included assessing risks posed by hostile foreign entities to the grid’s supply ...