The bill amends Section 81.006 of the Local Government Code to modify the quorum requirements for a tax levy vote in counties with a population of 3.3 million or more. Specifically, it stipulates that a county tax may be levied at a regularly scheduled meeting of the court only when five members are present. However, if one member is absent due to illness or other good cause and has submitted a written notice of absence prior to the meeting, the tax levy can proceed with just four members present.

This change aims to ensure that larger counties have a more robust representation during tax levy votes, reflecting the increased complexity and impact of such decisions in populous areas. The new provisions will apply only to commissioners court meetings held after the effective date of the Act, which will take effect immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote from both houses or on September 1, 2025, if that threshold is not met.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Local Government Code 81.006 (Local Government Code 81)