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Harris County commissioner warns homeowners could soon see a large property tax increase
Summary by Sugar Land News Editorial Desk Nick Natario , as published by ABC13 Houston (KTRK)
· August 6, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Constable pay is also set to increase, with salaries exceeding $300,000.
A warning has been issued by a Harris County commissioner regarding potential large property tax increases for homeowners. This comes after commissioners voted to raise pay for certain leadership roles in the county. Constable pay is also set to increase, with salaries exceeding $300,000.
According to available data, constable pay has risen by over 120% since 2024. Further details on the potential tax increase and the recent pay raises are available from local news sources, including ABC13 Houston.
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Category: government Published: August 6, 2026 Source: ABC13 Houston (KTRK) Reading time: 1 min
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