HB5481 — Relating to the continuation of a residence homestead exemption from ad valorem taxation while the owner is temporarily absent because of service outside of the United States as a Foreign Service member employed under United States Code, title 22.

HB5481 — Relating to the continuation of a residence homestead exemption from ad valorem taxation while the owner is temporarily absent because of service outside of the United States as a Foreign Service member employed under United States Code, title 22. · Informed CitizenryThe bill amends Section 11.13(l) of the Tax Code to clarify that a qualified residential structure retains its character as a residence homestead exemption even if the owner temporarily stops occup…Open in Informed Citizenry