Texas HB5048 mandates training for members of appraisal district boards and requires acknowledgment of duties.

Texas HB5048 establishes requirements for the training and education of members of appraisal district boards of directors. The comptroller must approve curricula, provide training materials, and issue certificates of completion. Members must complete a course on their duties before participating in board activities. The bill also requires candidates for board positions to sign an acknowledgment of their duties. The comptroller may charge a fee of up to $50 per person trained. The provisions apply to terms beginning on or after January 1, 2026.

Texas HB5048 mandates training for members of appraisal district boards and requires acknowledgment of duties.

Texas HB5048 establishes requirements for the training and education of members of appraisal district boards of directors. The comptroller must approve curricula, provide training materials, and issue certificates of completion. Members must complete a course on their duties before participating in board activities. The bill also requires candidates for board positions to sign an acknowledgment of their duties. The comptroller may charge a fee of up to $50 per person trained. The provisions apply to terms beginning on or after January 1, 2026.