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HB 1035

Relating to the contents of an affidavit required to be included with an application for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of all or part of the appraised value of real property used to operate a child-care facility.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Angie Button and 2 co-sponsors

HB 1035 clarifies affidavit requirements for child-care facilities applying for Texas property tax exemptions, potentially reducing administrative barriers and expanding tax relief access.

Received from the House
#daycare(i0209) #propertyinterests--realproperty(i0595) #taxation--property-appraisals&appraisaldistricts(i0792) #taxation--property-exemptions(i0793)
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Bill Summary · HB 1035

Legislative bill overview

HB 1035 modifies the affidavit requirements for Texas child-care facilities seeking ad valorem (property) tax exemptions. The bill specifies what information and declarations must be included in applications for property tax relief on real estate used to operate child-care facilities, streamlining the exemption process.

Why is this important

Property tax exemptions directly affect operating costs for child-care providers, potentially influencing service availability and affordability in communities. By clarifying affidavit contents, the bill may reduce administrative burden on operators while ensuring consistent application of exemption standards across counties and appraisal districts.

Potential points of contention

  • Tax revenue impact: Exemptions reduce local property tax revenue that funds schools and municipalities; expanded or streamlined exemptions may shift costs to other taxpayers
  • Eligibility definition disputes: Changes to documentation requirements could benefit certain operators while disadvantaging others, raising fairness questions about which facilities qualify
  • Implementation consistency: Clearer requirements may benefit some applicants but could inadvertently exclude legitimate child-care operations that don't meet newly specified affidavit language

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

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