Five big moves from the Lege in 2025

The Legislature made a host of major decisions in 2025, as The Dallas Morning News reported. Here are the highlights:

• Homeowners received a break on their property taxes after approving a proposed constitutional amendment in November. The homestead exemption increased to $140,000 from $100,000. People 65 and older were given an additional $60,000 exemption on top of that.

• A major public-school funding bill was passed, pumping $8.5 billion into raises for teachers and support staff and additional operational funding. Lawmakers also approved a statewide school voucher plan with $1 billion in initial funding. Eligible families can use public funds for private schools.