Video & Transcript Research : 'Texas constitutional amendment'
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TX
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- Chair, we're going to lay out a bill and a corresponding constitutional amendment so we can have testimony
- Texas Realtors supports SB 23 and SJR 85 because we understand that our seniors...
- Mike Taylor, and I am representing the Texas Silver-Haired Legislature.
- We do appreciate that you are taking this and making this part of a constitutional amendment.
- amendments.
Keywords:
homestead exemption, elderly, disabled, ad valorem taxation, school district funding, Texas constitutional amendment, property tax relief, school district taxes, ad valorem tax, residence homestead, elderly homeowners, senior citizens, disabled homeowners, age 65 or older, school finance, tax exemption increase, local school taxes, property tax exemption, homestead tax relief, voter approval
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Local Government heard testimony on Senate Bill 23 and its companion constitutional amendment, Senate Joint Resolution 85, both by Senator Bettencourt. The bills would increase the additional homestead exemption for elderly and disabled homeowners from $10,000 to $60,000, which proponents said would significantly reduce property taxes and help seniors and disabled Texans age in place. Bettencourt and supporters described the measure as part of a broader property tax relief package, estimating combined savings of about $950 for over-65 and disabled homeowners when paired with other recent homestead exemption changes.
Witnesses largely supported the proposal. Testimony in favor came from a lawyer, a private citizen, Texas Realtors, the Texas Silver-Haired Legislature, and the Texas Association of Builders, all emphasizing relief for fixed-income seniors, housing stability, and the ability to remain in their homes. Several witnesses noted rising property taxes, medical costs, and the challenges seniors face in moving or affording home modifications. One witness from Every Texan said a flat homestead exemption is the most equitable way to cut property taxes, but argued against additional tax cuts generally, favoring a circuit-breaker approach and warning that permanent tax cuts could reduce funding for schools and other needs.
The committee also discussed data showing many over-65 homeowners already pay no school property taxes in some counties and that the proposed changes would increase that share. After closing public testimony, the committee voted on the measures. Senate Bill 23 was reported favorably to the full Senate by a 7-0 vote, and S.J.R. 85 was also reported favorably by a 7-0 vote. The transcript also shows Senate Bill 898 being laid out and passed unanimously earlier in the meeting, with a recommendation for the local and uncontested calendar.
TX
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- I'm here on behalf of the ACLU of Texas against SJR 5.
- Pretrial detention in Texas is not carefully limited.
- Every Texan deserves to feel safe, but SJR 5 would take Texas down the wrong path by undermining Texas
- Last year, 135 people died in Texas county jails. 85.
- SAR 5 enshrines in the Texas Constitution a new provision that would trap thousands of Texas, disproportionately
Keywords:
bail reform, defendants, pretrial detention, public safety, criminal justice, charitable bail organizations, criminal procedure, public safety report, victim notification, family violence, bail bonds, public funds, political subdivision, injunction, taxpayer rights, violent crimes, sexual offenses, community safety, constitutional amendment, trafficking
TX
Texas 89th 2nd C.S.
Pensions, Investments & Financial Services May 5th, 2025
Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Transcript Highlights:
- So they are the protectors of the fund, and it actually says in our Texas Constitution that they are
- In the Texas Constitution, it requires that a home equity loan must be closed at the office of the lender
- Texas was the last state to allow home equity lending.
- If this provision were not in the Texas Constitution related to home equity loan, those retail installment
- My region of Texas continues to grow at an exceptional rate in South Texas as we continue to add population
Bills:
HJR40
TX
AL
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- President, I'd like to offer an amendment. All right, I'd like to offer an amendment.
- I'd like to offer an amendment. All right, Secretary, please receive the amendment.
- President, what this amendment does is in the compass of this bill.
- The Senator Kelly amendments are adopted. Senator Kelly, thank you, Mr. President.
- With that explanation, I move for adoption as amended. All right, any objection?
Keywords:
SJR 2, Senate Joint Resolution 2, constitutional amendment, homestead exemption, property tax relief, school property tax, ad valorem tax, residence homestead, school district taxes, Texas Constitution Article VIII, public school finance, homeowner exemption, elderly exemption, senior tax relief, disabled exemption, tax year 2025, voter approval, November 2025 ballot, local government, Ways & Means
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Press Conference: Lt. Governor Dan Patrick Feb 12th, 2025
Texas Senate Floor Meeting
Transcript Highlights:
- Well, since 19, we started this, and then the constitutional amendment says 21.
- Most importantly, we are going to have two major constitutional amendments.
- We also want the constitutional amendment to pass that would allow judges, after a hearing, to deny bail
- One of the things that we noticed in this long journey that We've come here is on a constitutional amendment
- My best guess, perhaps, if the judge had a choice, which is what the Constitutional Amendment would be
Keywords:
SJR 2, Senate Joint Resolution 2, constitutional amendment, homestead exemption, property tax relief, school property tax, ad valorem tax, residence homestead, school district taxes, Texas Constitution Article VIII, public school finance, homeowner exemption, elderly exemption, senior tax relief, disabled exemption, tax year 2025, voter approval, November 2025 ballot, local government, Ways & Means
TX
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- , Texas.
- the Texas story. provides the food, fiber, and fuel for Texas.
- you guys to Texas Panhandle Days.
- Fort Worth, Houston, Northwest Texas, San Antonio, South Texas and East Texas and Over 50 representatives
- Thank you so much and welcome to the Texas Senate.
Keywords:
SJR 2, Senate Joint Resolution 2, constitutional amendment, homestead exemption, property tax relief, school property tax, ad valorem tax, residence homestead, school district taxes, Texas Constitution Article VIII, public school finance, homeowner exemption, elderly exemption, senior tax relief, disabled exemption, tax year 2025, voter approval, November 2025 ballot, local government, Ways & Means
TX
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- Members, SJR 4 would raise the constitutional cap on the maximum balance of the Economic stabilization
- We work for the taxpayers of Texas. Is that a fair statement?
- to the, uh, a constitutional amendment.
- Texas is the, the best place to be, to live and do business.
- So that 10% is not of the revenues that we are generating in Texas alone.
Bills:
SJR 4
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Rules and Legislative Administration Committee 4/15/26
Rules and Legislative Administration
Transcript Highlights:
- So, House File 3900 is a constitutional amendment that is working on amending our state constitution
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Keywords:
permanent school fund, school endowment fund, Minnesota constitutional amendment, school aid, public school funding, State Board of Investment, investment income, distributable amount, school districts, property taxes, income taxes, voter approval, ballot question, constitutional amendment 2026, education finance, fund perpetuity, purchasing power, trust lands, swamp lands, internal improvement land fund
AL
Alabama 2025 Regular Session
Alabama House Local Legislation Committee Apr 9th, 2025
Local Legislation
Transcript Highlights:
- Anytime you get people to participate in their process, this is a constitutional process.
- This is a constitutional amendment. Yes, sir. And um, it's just a... ...amendment. Yes, sir.
- I would also add this is a constitutional amendment as well, for a vote of the citizens of... ...for
MN
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- the constitutional amendment together. the constitutional amendment together.
- amendment was proposed constitutional amendment was proposed and<00:16:34.079>
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- be amended to Minnesota Constitution be amended to increase<00:54:32.240>
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Bills:
HF3900
Keywords:
permanent school fund, school endowment fund, Minnesota constitutional amendment, school aid, public school funding, State Board of Investment, investment income, distributable amount, school districts, property taxes, income taxes, voter approval, ballot question, constitutional amendment 2026, education finance, fund perpetuity, purchasing power, trust lands, swamp lands, internal improvement land fund
TX
Bills:
SJR81
TX
Texas 89th Regular
Senate of the 89th Legislature Apr 10th, 2025 at 10:00 am
Transcript Highlights:
- To be consistent with what's in Article V of the Constitution, the Texas Constitution of course.
- In the Constitution, was that originally written as that way, or was that an amendment to the Constitution
- Members, this is a constitutional amendment. amendment, proposes to raise the cap on the maximum ESL
- This constitutional amendment will change the cap from 10 to 15 percent as to constitutional amendment
- Texas Constitution is at issue, to have the Texas Supreme Court be the final arbiter.
Keywords:
legislation, Senate Joint Resolution 40, Senate Bill 871, constitutional amendment, emergency powers, governor authority, legislative oversight
Summary:
The meeting focused on several crucial pieces of legislation, notably Senate Joint Resolution 40, which proposed a constitutional amendment to clarify the powers of the governor, the legislature, and the Supreme Court during emergencies. Senator Birdwell presented the resolution, emphasizing the need for legislative involvement during prolonged crises. It garnered broad support, passing with 29 votes in favor and only 1 against. Following this, Senate Bill 871, considered the enabling legislation, was also moved for discussion, with the aim of reinforcing the legislature's authority during emergencies while establishing clear guidelines for the governor's powers.
TX
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- The average home in Texas, the savings is almost $190.
- Rickson Holman from Arlington, Texas.
- I'm here representing Texas Realtors on the Public Policy Oversight.
- to the date section where it's amended.
- So that has never actually become part of the constitution.
Keywords:
property tax, homestead exemption, school funding, state aid, constitutional amendment, SJR 2, Senate Joint Resolution 2, property tax relief, school property tax, ad valorem tax, residence homestead, school district taxes, Texas Constitution Article VIII, public school finance, homeowner exemption, elderly exemption, senior tax relief, disabled exemption, tax year 2025, voter approval
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- The committee substitute to Senate Bill 5 is contingent upon the constitutional amendment being approved
- by the voters of Texas.
- In 2019, Texas voters overwhelmingly approved a constitutional amendment to continue this work.
- This establishes the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas in the Constitution.
- I'm trying to make Texas the epicenter.
Keywords:
dementia, research institute, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, funding, grants, state health initiatives, research funding, state budget, prevention, healthcare, medical research, Dementia Prevention and Research Institute, disaster relief, flood preparedness, emergency funding, local government support, meteorological forecasting, district apportionment, legislative rules
TX
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- The Texas election code was in compliance with federal law before federal law changed.
- of the United States Constitution.
- swears an oath to preserve, protect, and defend the laws on the Constitution of Texas and the United
- Tom Glass, uh, I lead a group called Texas Constitutional Enforcement, and we are, uh, testifying today
- Uh, Tom Glass, Texas Constitutional enforcement, um, and, uh, we are in favor of this bill. Um.
Keywords:
municipal libraries, state funding, gender identity, public events, children's literature, SB 19, Texas, political subdivision, local government, county, city, municipality, taxpayer-funded lobbying, lobbying ban, public funds, registered lobbyist, Chapter 305, Government Code, Local Government Code, county association dues
TX
Keywords:
residential property, ad valorem tax, leasing, property appraisal, fair market rent, housing affordability, appraised value, tax limitation, housing market, affordable housing, leased residential real property, rent control, Texas Tax Code, property tax, residential leasing, homestead, tax code, appraisal review board, real estate sales, property tax relief
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- constitutional amendment.
- And so the constitutional amendment just creates.
- House Bill and the Constitutional Amendment are needed, and we'll let the people decide.
- So this is the proposed constitutional amendment that, if adopted by the legislature and passed by Texas
- That does require a constitutional amendment.
Keywords:
Texas STRONG defense fund, severance tax revenue, oil and gas revenue, constitutional transfers, rainy day fund, economic stabilization fund, state highway fund, oil and gas production, qualifying county, county grants, water infrastructure, first responders, public safety, DPS staffing, commercial motor vehicle safety, gang violence prevention, human trafficking prevention, economic development, TxDOT grants, school districts
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- South Texas College.
- Specifically, the committee substitute to joint resolution one, if approved by Texas voters, would amend
- Committee substitute SJR 1, proposing a constitutional amendment requiring the denial of bail. an illegal
- The secretary will read the caption. one proposing a constitutional amendment requiring the denial of
- Hearing none, amendment is adopted. Following amendment, Secretary read the amendment.
Bills:
SJR1, SB9, SB40, SJR36, SJR1, SJR5, SB9, SB40, SJR1, SB9, SB40, SR62, SR92, SR95, SR108, SR110, SR111, SR113, SR114, SR117, SR120, SB314, SB314
Keywords:
bail denial, illegal aliens, felony offenses, constitutional amendment, law enforcement, bail reform, defendants, pretrial detention, public safety, criminal justice, charitable bail organizations, bail bonds, public funds, political subdivision, injunctive relief, taxpayer rights, bail, criminal justice reform, El Paso, economic development
TX
Transcript Highlights:
- liability for the manufacturing. ...and provision of abortion-inducing drugs, exemptions from the Texas
- Act, and the Religious Freedom Restoration Act, authorizing civil and qui tam actions, as well as amendments
Keywords:
education, accountability, public school assessment, state law, transparency, intervention, performance ratings, Texas congressional redistricting, U.S. House districts, congressional map, redistricting, gerrymandering, 2020 Census, census tracts, block groups, voting districts, election law, Texas House of Representatives districts, federal congressional districts, 2026 elections