The bill, H.B. No. 3169, amends the Texas Tax Code to expand the authority of certain municipalities to receive tax revenue from hotel and convention center projects. It specifically updates Section 351.152 to include new criteria for municipalities eligible to receive these funds. Notably, it adds a new category (65) for municipalities with populations between 130,000 and 1.3 million that are located in three counties, each with populations exceeding 900,000. Additionally, it modifies existing categories by deleting the previous category (64) and replacing it with a more specific definition that includes municipalities with a military fort listed in the National Register of Historic Places.

Furthermore, the bill amends Section 351.157(b) to specify which municipalities are eligible for certain provisions, including the newly added category (65). The bill aims to enhance the financial capabilities of municipalities involved in hotel and convention center projects, thereby promoting tourism and economic development. The act is set to 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: Tax Code 351.152, Tax Code 351.157 (Tax Code 351)