TaxesFinding
Texas should require voter approval for any local property tax increase.
Texas cities, counties and school districts now need voter approval only when their tax revenue rises above set limits. Requiring an election for any increase would give voters a veto over all local tax hikes.
Greg Abbott
Requires 2/3 voter approval for tax increases.
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- Verified AI research, accepted by the VoteVera editor on Sep 24, 2026.
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