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HB 3377

Relating to the authority of certain cities to use certain tax revenue for hotel and convention center projects and other qualified projects.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Matt Morgan

Expands Texas cities' authority to direct tax revenue toward hotel, convention center, and other qualifying development projects, broadening municipal financing options for economic development initiatives.

Left pending in committee
#citygovernment--finance(i0062) #taxation--hotel #moteloccupancy(i0806)
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Bill Summary · HB 3377

Legislative bill overview

HB 3377 would expand the authority of certain Texas cities to allocate tax revenue toward hotel and convention center projects, as well as other qualified projects. The bill modifies existing restrictions on how municipalities can use dedicated tax funds, potentially broadening the types of development projects eligible for public financing.

Why is this important

Cities use tax revenue mechanisms (such as hotel occupancy taxes) to fund infrastructure and economic development. This bill could unlock funding for projects currently ineligible under existing law, affecting local economic development strategies, but it also raises questions about how cities prioritize spending and whether broadened authority serves taxpayers' interests.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope ambiguity: The bill references "qualified projects" without fully defining them in available summaries, raising concerns about what projects could ultimately receive funding and whether the definition could be expanded further
  • Tax revenue allocation: Expansion of allowable uses for dedicated tax streams (like hotel taxes) may reduce funding available for their original purposes or crowd out other municipal priorities
  • Local versus state control: The bill grants cities more flexibility, which some view as appropriate local autonomy while others argue state oversight prevents wasteful spending on non-essential projects

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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