Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts
09/10/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 09/10/2026 10:20
Comptroller Huffines Distributes $1.3 Billion in Monthly Sales Tax Revenue to Local Governments, Continues Call for Property Tax Relief
September 10, 2026
(AUSTIN) - Texas Comptroller Don Huffines said many cities and counties can reduce property taxes due to increased sales tax revenue as local governments will receive $1.3 billion in sales tax allocations for September, 7.6% more than in September 2025.
These allocations are based on sales made in July by businesses that report tax monthly.
"The increased sales tax revenue being returned to local governments is an indicator that many local entities may have an opportunity to use these additional funds to help reduce property taxes," Huffines said. "Lower property taxes are one of the most effective ways to make housing more affordable and ease the financial burden Texans face with gas, groceries, and other everyday costs."
| Recipient | Sept. 2026 Allocations | Change from Sept. 2025 | Year-to-Date Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cities | $816.5M | ↑8.1% | ↑6.2% |
| Transit Systems | $267.8M | ↑5.6% | ↑6.9% |
| Counties | $81.6M | ↑4.7% | ↑7.8% |
| Special Purpose Districts | $135.8M | ↑10.5% | ↑9.8% |
| Total | $1.3B | ↑7.6% | ↑6.8% |
For details on September sales tax allocations to individual cities, counties, transit systems, and special purpose districts, visit the Comptroller's Monthly Sales Tax Allocation Comparison Summary Reports.
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