The constitutional amendment to authorize a political subdivision of this state to extend the number of days that aircraft parts that are exempt from ad valorem taxation due to their location in this state for a temporary period may be located in this state for purposes of qualifying for the tax exemption.

The City Council approved a resolution that allowed the issuance of bonds by the Mission Redevelopment Authority on behalf of a tax increment reinvestment zone, which is worth $7.6 million.

When the Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) statute was signed into law by Gov. Perry in June, it allowed the opportunity for countless energy efficiency projects to obtain financing. This article highlights some of the ways PACE is a game-changer.

Civitas Capital Group, a leading independent specialty asset management and financial services firm with operating divisions focused on Alternative Investments, EB-5 Funds and Wealth Management, announced that it has entered into an exclusive EB-5 cooperation agreement with the City of Fort Worth and the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce.

If Texas voters approve, Proposition 6 on the November 5th ballot would establish two funds to finance local water projects prioritized by the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB), providing a low-interest loan fund for water projects.

Leaders in Texas are beginning to see energy efficiency as a resource to fuel its growing needs, and backing the approach of PACE bonds to fund projects.

During this dual-state webcast, Texas and Georgia will face off and share their respective strategies for fighting blight and encouraging redevelopment. Which state has the better redevelopment playbook? Join CDFA on November 20 for this free webcast as Georgia takes on Texas!

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The City of Houston has supplemental funds available for the redevelopment of brownfields. This application is for property impacted by the presence or potential presence of a hazardous substance, pollutant, or contaminant, and located within the City of Houston or City of Houston Extra Territorial Jurisdiction.

This is the application for the Texas Enterprise Fund. To be eligible for Texas Enterprise Fund support, a project must demonstrate a significant return on the state's investment and strong local support.

The Ethyl Grant Program provides matching grants up to $2,500 for projects that improve rural schools and communities.

The Tax Foundation's 2014 edition of the State Business Tax Climate Index enables business leaders, government policymakers, and taxpayers to gauge how their states' tax systems compare.

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