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Texas Land Development Advocacy: Why the TLDA PAC Matters Now More Than Ever
Unexpected Political Dynamics at the Capitol The 2025 regular session delivered some surprises for Texas developers — not just in legislation, but in politics. Traditionally,
Cities & Counties Must Follow the Law – No More Endless Appeals
When a private citizen or business fails to follow the law, there are consequences. But when cities and counties do the same, they often face
George P. Bush: A Personal Touch at TLDA Gathering
The Texas Land Development Association (TLDA) recently hosted a gathering that excited attendees. Among the highlights of the event was an engaging speech by George
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Latest Kiplinger Tax Reports
Check out the January and February Kiplinger Tax Reports below. Kiplinger Tax Letter 2020-02-21 – Vol. 95, No._04 Kiplinger Tax Letter 2020-01-10 – Vol. 95,
Austin Meeting set for October 17
Join us in Austin October 17 for an informational meeting and bring any friends or colleagues who may be interested in joining the Texas Land
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April 3 Valley Meeting – POSTPONED DUE TO COVID-19
In light of the current COVID situation and Governor Abbott’s recent proclamation prohibiting groups of 10 or more gathering, we have decided to CANCEL our
Austin Meeting set for October 17
Join us in Austin October 17 for an informational meeting and bring any friends or colleagues who may be interested in joining the Texas Land
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Starr County Judge Eloy Vera joins TLDA at October meeting
Please make plans to join us for the October general membership meeting on Thursday, October 3, at the McAllen Country Club with special guest Starr
Upcoming Fundraisers – Please join us!
Two of our legislative allies, Senator Charles Schwertner and Senator Charles Perry, each have campaign fundraisers scheduled for this fall. TLDA will support them as
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On Hurricane Harvey Relief
How will Texas help Harvey-ravaged communities? By Kiah Collier February 13, 2019 In September 2017, weeks after the remnants of Hurricane Harvey ravaged his
Register NOW: Texas Home & Mortgage Symposium – 1 month away!
Treasury, IRS issue final regulations, other guidance on new qualified business income deduction; Safe harbor enables many rental real estate owners to claim deduction
WASHINGTON — Today the Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service issued final regulations and three related pieces of guidance, implementing the new qualified business
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Speakers Race is Anyone’s Guess – from the Texas Tribune
Who wants to be a Texas House speaker? With the pending retirement of House Speaker Dennis Bonnen, R-Angleton, the lower chamber knows someone new will
ICYMI: June Webinar – Development in the time of COVID
TLDA held its first summer webinar in a series this week, with special guests from Texas Regional Bank. In case you missed it, please click
Texas & COVID-19: State Government Forum with the Texas Lyceum
The Texas Lyceum recently hosted a State Government Forum on Texas & COVID-19, with State Rep. Dade Phelan, Vilma Luna, State Rep. Four Price for
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New Property Tax Proposal Enters the Discussion
A new proposal to cut school property taxes in Texas perfectly outlines the political problem facing lawmakers: It’s terribly expensive, and other taxes have to
State of the State: Governor Greg Abbott
Governor Greg Abbott today delivered his State of the State, naming property taxes and school finance reform emergency items. The Texas Tribune reports on the
Senate: Hearing set on Property Tax (SB 2)
On Wednesday, February 6, the Senate Committee on Property Tax, chaired by Sen. Paul Bettenourt, will take up Senate Bill 2, the property tax bill,
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Committees Named for Texas House & Senate
Speaker of the House Dennis Bonnen today released the committees and chairmanships for the 86th Legislature. You can see the full committee appointments here.
State Budgets Filed – Let the Negotiating Begin
Texas House proposes massive increase for public school funding The proposed budget would increase state funds for education by about 17 percent but cut funding
One on One with Speaker Bonnen
Join our media partners at the Texas Tribune for lunch and a conversation with House Speaker Dennis Bonnen, moderated by Tribune co-founder and CEO Evan Smith. Friday, Jan. 18,
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1st Annual Texas Home & Mortgage Symposium a success!
The Texas Land Developers Association, in partnership with the Seller Finance Coalition, hosted its first annual Texas Home & Mortgage Symposium, with more than 100 seller financers of homes
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Texas & COVID-19: State Government Forum with the Texas Lyceum
The Texas Lyceum recently hosted a State Government Forum on Texas & COVID-19, with State Rep. Dade Phelan, Vilma Luna, State Rep. Four Price for
Upcoming Fundraisers – Please join us!
Two of our legislative allies, Senator Charles Schwertner and Senator Charles Perry, each have campaign fundraisers scheduled for this fall. TLDA will support them as
Texas Monthly names the Best & Worst for 2019
Following every legislative session, our friends at Texas Monthly publish their much anticipated list of the session’s best and worst legislators. Click here to read
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TLDA – Best Session Ever
The Texas Land Developers Association enjoyed its best session ever this year. After years of “unscrupulous-developer” being one word, the TLDA led the way in
Legislative Update: Bill Hearings & Issues of Concern
Good news first: Wrap bill looks liken its going to pass. More good news: Last week’s committee hearings went well. Thank you to those who
Property Tax Debate
From today’s “The Brief” on The Texas Tribune: Roughly three weeks ago, top GOP leaders unveiled their vision for a property tax reform proposal. But
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