Why Gov. Greg Abbott wants to let taxpayers decide whether cities can raise — or cut

Why Gov. Abbott wants to let taxpayers decide whether cities can raise — or cut — taxes

Gov. Greg Abbott announced his reelection campaign in November, promising to lower property taxes. His plan covers three areas, which The Texas Tribune is break

Why Gov. Greg Abbott wants to let taxpayers decide whether cities can raise — or cut

Texas cities and counties already face limits on how much revenue they can generate. Local leaders have warned that further restrictions would mean fewer services like parks and libraries.

Lt. Gov. Patrick Counters Abbott’s Plan to Reduce Property Taxes

Gov. Greg Abbott, meanwhile, has proposed tackling rising appraisals and local tax increases. The post Lt. Gov. Patrick Counters Abbott’s Plan to Reduce Property Taxes appeared first on Texas Scorecard.