{"id":8517,"date":"2025-10-17T15:35:07","date_gmt":"2025-10-17T15:35:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/8517\/"},"modified":"2025-10-17T15:35:07","modified_gmt":"2025-10-17T15:35:07","slug":"breaking-down-all-17-proposed-amendments-to-texas-constitution","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/8517\/","title":{"rendered":"Breaking down all 17 proposed amendments to Texas Constitution"},"content":{"rendered":"

TEXOMA (KFDX\/KJTL<\/a>) \u2014 Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025, is Election Day for Texans, who will determine which proposed amendments to the Texas Constitution will become law.<\/p>\n

There are 17 proposed amendments to the Texas Constitution on the ballot for all registered voters in Texas this November, ranging from tax breaks for homeowners and businesses to laws codifying key social and political issues.<\/p>\n

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To ensure that voters in Texoma are informed before heading to the polls, our team at KFDX, KJTL, and Texoma\u2019s Homepage has broken down each proposed amendment, explaining what it means and its potential impact if passed into law.<\/p>\n

Broad property tax exemptionsProposition 9<\/a> \u2014 Property tax on inventory and equipment<\/p>\n

\u201cThe constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to exempt from ad valorem taxation a portion of the market value of tangible personal property a person owns that is held or used for the production of income.\u201d<\/p>\n

What Proposition 9 Means<\/p>\n

Currently, businesses in Texas are not required to pay property tax on any inventory or equipment valued under $2,500. If passed, Proposition 9 would exempt up to a total of $125,000 worth of inventory or equipment owned by a business from property taxes.<\/p>\n

Support and Opposition<\/p>\n

Supporters of Proposition 9 argue that the measure will save Texas business owners over $200 million annually in property taxes, which would contribute to economic growth. However, those who oppose Proposition 9 claim that the measure could be applied by a business with multiple locations, potentially creating a loophole that will put a financial strain on the state government.<\/p>\n

Proposition 11<\/a> \u2014 School tax exemption for elderly, disabled homeowners<\/p>\n

\u201cThe constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to increase the amount of the exemption from ad valorem taxation by a school district of the market value of the residence homestead of a person who is elderly or disabled.\u201d<\/p>\n

What Proposition 11 Means<\/p>\n

The Homestead Exemption, or the amount of the appraised value of a home that cannot be taxed by the Texas government to pay for public schools, is currently set at $10,000 for elderly and disabled homeowners in Texas on top of the existing Homestead Exemption of $100,000 available to all Texans.<\/p>\n

If passed, Proposition 11 would raise the Homestead Exemption for elderly and disabled homeowners to $60,000. When paired with Proposition 13, another measure on the ballot in November, homeowners who are disabled or over 65 years old in Texas would have a combined Homestead Exemption of $200,000, nearly doubling the current exemption.<\/p>\n

Support and Opposition<\/p>\n

Proposition 11 hasn\u2019t seen much pushback from lawmakers on either side of the political aisle, however, some who oppose it allege that broad tax exemptions, like Proposition 11, aren\u2019t sustainable in the long-term.<\/p>\n

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Proposition 13<\/a> \u2014 School tax exemption for Texas homeowners<\/p>\n

\u201cThe constitutional amendment to increase the amount of the exemption of residence homesteads from ad valorem taxation by a school district from $100,000 to $140,000.\u201d<\/p>\n

What Proposition 13 Means<\/p>\n

The Homestead Exemption, or the amount of the appraised value of a home that cannot be taxed by the Texas government to pay for public schools, is currently set at $100,000 for all homeowners in Texas. If passed, Proposition 13 would increase that exemption to $140,000.<\/p>\n

According to the Texas Tribune, for the average homeowner in Texas, with a house valued at the state average of $302,000, the passing of Proposition 13 would amount to a savings of $490 a year in property taxes.<\/p>\n

Support and Opposition<\/p>\n

Property tax cuts are typically popular among lawmakers, however, some critics of Proposition 13 argue that Texas should be doing more to limit local tax rates in order to prevent tax costs from rising for Texans.<\/p>\n

Specific property tax exemptionsProposition 5<\/a> \u2014 Property tax exemption on animal feed<\/p>\n

\u201cThe constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to exempt from ad valorem taxation tangible personal property consisting of animal feed held by the owner of the property for sale at retail.\u201d<\/p>\n

What Proposition 5 Means<\/p>\n

If passed, Proposition 5 would allow property tax exemptions of animal feed that is being held as inventory by individuals and businesses for retail sale.<\/p>\n

Support and Opposition<\/p>\n

Supporters of Proposition 5 claim that since animal feed is tax exempt at every other stage of its life cycle, the measure would bring consistency. Opponents of Proposition 5 argue that the measure will give animal feed sellers an unfair market advantage.<\/p>\n

Proposition 7<\/a> \u2014 Tax exemption for veterans\u2019 spouses<\/p>\n

\u201cThe constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of all or part of the market value of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a veteran who died as a result of a condition or disease that is presumed under federal law to have been service-connected.\u201d<\/p>\n

What Proposition 7 Means<\/p>\n

If passed, Proposition 7 would give tax breaks to unmarried surviving spouses of veterans of the United States military who died in connection with their service as determined by federal law.<\/p>\n

The measure would align Texas with current federal policies regarding veterans who died as a result of their service.<\/p>\n

Support and Opposition<\/p>\n

Currently, no campaigns are opposed to Proposition 7.<\/p>\n

Proposition 10<\/a> \u2014 Property tax on homes destroyed by fire<\/p>\n

\u201cThe constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to provide for a temporary exemption from ad valorem taxation of the appraised value of an improvement to a residence homestead that is completely destroyed by a fire.\u201d<\/p>\n

What Proposition 10 Means<\/p>\n

If passed, Proposition 10 would allow a temporary property tax exemption for homes that have been completely destroyed by a fire.<\/p>\n

According to the Texas Tribune, homeowners would be able to apply for an adjusted tax bill on the restored home for the tax year that the fire occurred, and must show that the home was uninhabitable for at least 30 days after the fire.<\/p>\n

Support and Opposition<\/p>\n

Currently, no campaigns are opposed to Proposition 10.<\/p>\n

Proposition 17<\/a> \u2014 Border security infrastructure<\/p>\n

\u201cThe constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the amount of the market value of real property located in a county that borders the United Mexican States that arises from the installation or construction on the property of border security infrastructure and related improvements.\u201d<\/p>\n

What Proposition 17 Means<\/p>\n

If passed, Proposition 17 would prevent the Texas government from increasing the appraisal value of a home or property located in a county along the U.S.-Mexico border due to border security infrastructure that was installed on private land.<\/p>\n

Support and Opposition<\/p>\n

Supporters of Proposition 17 argue that the measure prevents landowners on the U.S.-Mexico border from carrying the taxation burden created by border security infrastructure. However, those against Proposition 17 argue that it would incentivize more border security infrastructure to be built on private property.<\/p>\n

Statewide taxation bans<\/p>\n

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Proposition 2<\/a> \u2014 Tax ban on capital gains<\/p>\n

\u201cThe constitutional amendment prohibiting the imposition of a tax on the realized or unrealized capital gains of an individual, family, estate, or trust.\u201d<\/p>\n

What Proposition 2 Means<\/p>\n

If passed, Proposition 2 would forbid the Texas government from taxing people or businesses on profits or potential profits from certain capital assets, including investments, real estate, and certain personal property.<\/p>\n

Support and Opposition<\/p>\n

Those in favor of Proposition 2 claim that the measure would double down on the measure passed in 2019, prohibiting the Texas government from imposing a state income tax. However, those who oppose the measure argue that it would create a permanent barrier for future legislation.<\/p>\n

Proposition 6<\/a> \u2014 Tax ban on securities<\/p>\n

\u201cThe constitutional amendment prohibiting the legislature from enacting a law imposing an occupation tax on certain entities that enter into transactions conveying securities or imposing a tax on certain securities transactions.\u201d<\/p>\n

What Proposition 6 Means<\/p>\n

If passed, Proposition 6 would prohibit the Texas government from imposing a tax on securities transactions, like stock trading, as well as taxing financial institutions or individuals who operate in the securities market, like brokers or dealers.<\/p>\n

Support and Opposition<\/p>\n

Supporters of Proposition 6 claim that the measure affirms limited government, free enterprise, and private property rights, while those against it argue that it would create future roadblocks for lawmakers.<\/p>\n

Proposition 8<\/a> \u2014 Tax ban on inheritance<\/p>\n

\u201cThe constitutional amendment to prohibit the legislature from imposing death taxes applicable to a decedent\u2019s property or the transfer of an estate, inheritance, legacy, succession, or gift.\u201d<\/p>\n

What Proposition 8 Means<\/p>\n

If passed, Proposition 8 would prohibit the Texas government from taxing an estate, or the transfer of an estate or inheritance. Currently, Texas does not impose a tax on inheritance, so the measure would ensure that the government could not create a tax on inheritance in the future.<\/p>\n

Proposition 8 will not eliminate any existing taxes already associated with an inheritance, such as unpaid property taxes.<\/p>\n

Support and Opposition<\/p>\n

Those in favor of Proposition 8 argue that the measure would allow Texans to transfer wealth without tax penalties, while those against Proposition 8 argue that the measure is unnecessary.<\/p>\n

Current political and social issuesProposition 3<\/a> \u2014 Denial of bail for certain offenses<\/p>\n

\u201cThe constitutional amendment requiring the denial of bail under certain circumstances to persons accused of certain offenses punishable as a felony.\u201d<\/p>\n

What Proposition 3 Means<\/p>\n

If passed, Proposition 3 would require judges in Texas to deny bail in certain cases for individuals accused of committing certain felony offenses, including:<\/p>\n

Proposition 3 would require prosecutors to demonstrate that setting bail for a defendant would not prevent the defendant from becoming a flight risk or a risk to public safety. Defendants accused of a crime are presumed innocent until proven guilty and are entitled to representation during bail hearings.<\/p>\n

Support and Opposition<\/p>\n

Supporters of Proposition 3 argue that the measure is needed to reduce crimes committed by defendants who are free on bond, while those against Proposition 3 claim the measure would add to the existing problem of overpopulated jails, without truly improving public safety.<\/p>\n

Proposition 12<\/a> \u2014 State Judicial Conduct Commission<\/p>\n

\u201cThe constitutional amendment regarding the membership of the State Commission on Judicial Conduct, the membership of the tribunal to review the commission\u2019s recommendations, and the authority of the commission, the tribunal, and the Texas Supreme Court to more effectively sanction judges and justices for judicial misconduct.\u201d<\/p>\n

What Proposition 12 Means<\/p>\n

If passed, Proposition 12 would change the makeup of the State Commission on Judicial Conduct, the independent state agency responsible for investigating allegations of judicial misconduct.<\/p>\n

Currently, the Commission consists of six judges, two attorneys who aren\u2019t judges, and five citizens who aren\u2019t attorneys or judges appointed by Gov. Abbott. Proposition 12 would remove and replace the two attorney positions with two additional citizen positions.<\/p>\n

Support and Opposition<\/p>\n

Supporters of Proposition 12 argue that adding more citizens to the Commission promotes transparency and accountability, while opponents of the measure argue that it could potentially politicize judicial discipline.<\/p>\n

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Proposition 15<\/a> \u2014 Rights of Texas parents<\/p>\n

\u201cThe constitutional amendment affirming that parents are the primary decision makers for their children.\u201d<\/p>\n

What Proposition 15 Means<\/p>\n

If passed, Proposition 15 would amend the Texas Constitution to affirm that parents are the primary decision makers for their children.<\/p>\n

Proposition 15 would include that \u201cit is a parent\u2019s responsibility to nurture and protect the parent\u2019s child,\u201d as well as that \u201cit is a parent\u2019s right to exercise care, custody, and control of the parent\u2019s child,\u201d and \u201cto make decisions regarding the upbringing of the parent\u2019s child.\u201d<\/p>\n

Support and Opposition<\/p>\n

Supporters of Proposition 15 argue that the measure would protect parental rights from changing case law, while critics of the measure questioned how it would ensure that a child\u2019s voice is heard.<\/p>\n

Proposition 16<\/a> \u2014 Citizenship requirement for voters<\/p>\n

\u201cThe constitutional amendment clarifying that a voter must be a United States citizen.\u201d<\/p>\n

What Proposition 16 Means<\/p>\n

If passed, Proposition 16 would add language to the Texas Constitution, explicitly stating that individuals who aren\u2019t citizens of the United States cannot vote in Texas. American citizenship is currently required to register to vote in Texas.<\/p>\n

Support and Opposition<\/p>\n

Those in favor of Proposition 16 argue that it would prevent local governments from allowing residents who aren\u2019t American citizens to vote, while those against the measure call it \u201credundant and unnecessary.\u201d<\/p>\n

State funding for infrastructure and researchProposition 1<\/a> \u2014 Funding for Texas State Technical College<\/p>\n

\u201cThe constitutional amendment providing for the creation of the permanent technical institution infrastructure fund and the available workforce education fund to support the capital needs of educational programs offered by the Texas State Technical College System.\u201d<\/p>\n

What Proposition 1 Means<\/p>\n

If passed, Proposition 1 would create an endowment for the Texas State Technical College System. In recent years, underfunding and the inability for the college to levy a property tax has caused a halt in improvements to the system.<\/p>\n

The measure comes after many employers in Texas have noticed a decline in skilled workers. Gov. Greg Abbott made workforce training a priority during the 89th Legislative Session.<\/p>\n

According to the Texas Tribune, TSTC officials said the funds would be used to upgrade infrastructure across its campuses, upgrade classroom equipment, and expand the system in Texas.<\/p>\n

TSTC was established in 1969 and now has 11 campuses across Texas. Currently, the institution offers 48 associate degrees or certificates in 9 key industries, including engineering, manufacturing, information technology, and aviation.<\/p>\n

Support and Opposition<\/p>\n

Those in favor of Proposition 1 argue that it would help Texas close the skill gap that currently exists in Texas workers, while those against the measure allege that it would limit oversight from the government and transparency.<\/p>\n

Proposition 4<\/a> \u2014 State water fund<\/p>\n

\u201cThe constitutional amendment to dedicate a portion of the revenue derived from state sales and use taxes to the Texas water fund and to provide for the allocation and use of that revenue.\u201d<\/p>\n

What Proposition 4 Means<\/p>\n

If passed, Proposition 4 would add a portion of sales tax revenue to the Texas Water Fund for use in developing new water sources, fixing aging pipes and infrastructure, flood mitigation efforts, and conservation efforts.<\/p>\n

Proposition 4 would dedicate around $1 billion annually to the fund, beginning in 2027 and continuing for 20 years.<\/p>\n

Support and Opposition<\/p>\n

Proposition 4 has wide-spread support, with those in favor of the measure arguing that it will help bridge the existing funding gap for water infrastructure in Texas. However, those against the measure claim it doesn\u2019t leave any room for solutions from the private sector.<\/p>\n

Proposition 14<\/a> \u2014 Funding for dementia research<\/p>\n

\u201cThe constitutional amendment providing for the establishment of the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas, establishing the Dementia Prevention and Research Fund to provide money for research on and prevention and treatment of dementia, Alzheimer\u2019s disease, Parkinson\u2019s disease, and related disorders in this state, and transferring to that fund $3 billion from state general revenue.\u201d<\/p>\n

What Proposition 14 Means<\/p>\n

If passed, Proposition 14 would provide $3 billion in surplus revenue to establish the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute of Texas, dedicated to studying, treating, and preventing degenerative cognitive conditions, such as dementia, Alzheimer\u2019s, and Parkinson\u2019s disease.<\/p>\n

In addition to the initial $3 billion investment, the measure would provide up to $300 million a year to the institute aimed at attracting the top researchers, physicians, and experts to Texas.<\/p>\n

Support and Opposition<\/p>\n

Proposition 14 has received bipartisan support from lawmakers, including the unanimous support of voting Texas Democrats and 79.8% support from voting Texas Republicans. However, some who oppose the measure claim it would create a \u201cbloated bureaucracy.\u201d<\/p>\n

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