Texas Gov. Greg Abbott touts ‘taxpayer empowerment’ property tax plan in Bullard

Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Joe Villasana, KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) · June 30, 2026 · 2 min read

BULLARD, Texas (KWTX) — Gov. Greg Abbott on Tuesday promoted a “taxpayer empowerment” plan he says would rein in local government tax hikes and deliver long-term property tax relief, including new voter-approval requirements for proposed increases.“Every Texan wants lower property taxes,” Abbott ...

Why this matters in The Midland

In the Permian Basin area, where Midland is located, the prospect of property tax relief is likely to resonate with homeowners who have seen their tax bills rise along with the region's booming economy. Governor Abbott's proposal to cap local spending growth and require voter approval for tax increases could have significant implications for local governments in Midland County, which have faced pressure to fund infrastructure and services to keep pace with the area's rapid growth. The plan's focus on reforming the property appraisal system, including appraising properties every five years and lowering the homestead appraisal growth cap, could also provide relief to Midland homeowners who have seen their property values skyrocket in recent years. As the proposal moves forward, Midland residents will be watching to see how it might impact their own tax bills and the services provided by local governments.

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Category: government · Published: June 30, 2026 · Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) · Reading time: 2 min

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