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SB 1126

Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of part of the appraised value of the residence homestead of a partially disabled veteran or the surviving spouse of such a veteran based on the disability rating of the veteran.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Brent Hagenbuch and 1 co-sponsor

Texas bill creating property tax exemptions for disabled veterans' homes proportional to their service-connected disability rating rather than full exemptions.

Referred to Local Government
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Bill Summary · SB 1126

Legislative bill overview

SB 1126 modifies Texas property tax exemptions for disabled veterans and their surviving spouses by creating a partial exemption tied to disability rating levels. Rather than an all-or-nothing exemption, the bill would allow veterans with service-connected disabilities to exempt a percentage of their home's appraised value proportional to their disability rating.

Why is this important

This affects property tax obligations for disabled veterans and surviving spouses—a population that may have reduced earning capacity due to service-related injuries. The change could lower housing costs for partially disabled veterans while potentially reducing tax revenue for local taxing units that depend on property taxes for schools, infrastructure, and emergency services.

Potential points of contention

  • Revenue impact on local governments: Schools, counties, and municipalities may lose tax revenue if exemption rates are generous, potentially requiring budget cuts or tax rate increases elsewhere
  • Definition and verification: The bill must clearly define how disability ratings are determined and verified to prevent fraud or administrative burden
  • Fairness concerns: Questions may arise about whether the exemption adequately reflects service-related hardship versus creating inequitable treatment between disabled and non-disabled property owners

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

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