Texas HB5446 amends the Election Code to require specific wording on ballot propositions regarding tax increases or reductions.

HB5446 modifies the Election Code to mandate that ballot propositions seeking voter approval for tax increases or reductions must be printed in mixed-case typewritten letters. For tax increases, the proposition must state the amount or maximum tax rate and include the phrase "THIS IS A TAX INCREASE" in capital letters. For tax reductions, the proposition must state the amount or tax rate reduction. These changes apply to elections ordered after the act's effective date of September 1, 2025.

Texas HB5446 amends the Election Code to require specific wording on ballot propositions regarding tax increases or reductions.

HB5446 modifies the Election Code to mandate that ballot propositions seeking voter approval for tax increases or reductions must be printed in mixed-case typewritten letters. For tax increases, the proposition must state the amount or maximum tax rate and include the phrase "THIS IS A TAX INCREASE" in capital letters. For tax reductions, the proposition must state the amount or tax rate reduction. These changes apply to elections ordered after the act's effective date of September 1, 2025.