SB 2063 – Appraisal protests

SB 2063 improves the fairness and transparency of Texas’s property tax protest system by eliminating the use of market value evidence in cases that focus only on unequal appraisal. This means taxpayers can challenge their appraisals based strictly on how their property was assessed compared to others—without the appraisal district muddying the waters by introducing subjective or fluctuating market values. By keeping the focus solely on comparative appraised values, the process becomes clearer, more consistent, and harder to manipulate. This protects homeowners and small businesses from being overtaxed due to inconsistencies by appraisal districts. It also discourages costly and prolonged disputes by simplifying the scope of evidence, saving both time and money. This legislation is a small step toward a more accountable and taxpayer-friendly appraisal system in Texas.