House Bill No. 3851 introduces provisions for public employees in Texas to receive leave to protest property tax actions before an appraisal review board. Specifically, it amends the Government Code by adding Section 661.925, which mandates that state agencies grant employees entitled to protest under Subchapter C, Chapter 41 of the Tax Code at least eight hours of leave each fiscal year without any salary deduction or loss of other leave types. Additionally, the bill amends the Local Government Code by adding Section 180.0095, which requires political subdivisions, including municipalities and school districts, to provide the same leave benefits to their employees for pursuing property tax protests.

The new legal language emphasizes the importance of allowing public employees to engage in the protest process without financial penalties or loss of leave. The provisions apply to the fiscal year of a political subdivision that begins on or after the effective date of the Act, which is set for September 1, 2025. This legislation aims to support employees in exercising their rights regarding property tax assessments while ensuring they do not suffer adverse consequences in their employment.

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