Texas House Bill 3045 – Spaceport Franchise Tax Exemption

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  • Letter   |
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  • Amendments
  • Year introduced: 2025–2026 Legislature
  • Legislative body: Texas House of Representatives
  • Summary:
    Proposes a franchise tax exemption in the Texas Tax Code for corporations operating FAA-authorized spaceports that support U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) missions. The exemption would incentivize spaceport operations tied to national defense and potentially expand facilities supporting launch and space infrastructure.
  • Status: Active; under consideration in 2025–2026 session.
  • Reference: Bill summary via Texas policy research site.