SB3939Introduced in the Senate
PROP TX-EQUITY
Introduced by Celina Villanueva, District 12
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Amends the Deposit of State Moneys Act. Provides that the State Treasurer may accept a proposal or application from a financial institution for access to capital at a market rate that allows the Treasurer to provide funding to a county for relief of property tax payments. Amends the Property Tax Code. Provides that, for tax year 2027 and thereafter, the tax lien or certificate for all delinquent property subject to a tax sale shall be assigned to the county as trustee for all taxing districts having an interest in the property's taxes or special assessment for the nonpayment of which the property is sold. Provides that the county must attempt to sell the property acquired by tax deed at a public auction. Contains provisions concerning surplus funds. Contains provisions concerning notice. Contains other provisions. Amends the Counties Code and the Revised Uniform Unclaimed Property Act to make conforming changes.
Where it stands
Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
May 22, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
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Bill history
Filed with Secretary by Sen. Celina Villanueva
First Reading
Referred to Assignments
Assigned to Revenue
Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As April 24, 2026
Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 15, 2026
Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 22, 2026
Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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