Texas House Set To Debate Revenue Measure

AUSTIN (AP) - A measure to raise more money to be used in the next state budget is about to take center stage in the House.

The so-called fiscal matters bill is set for debate Wednesday. It would raise an estimated $1.8 billion from one-time sources, including the sale of some unused state property and the repeal a hotel sales tax exemption for long-term residents.

Hundreds of amendments, including some volatile issues, have been pre-filed. The debate, which could last beyond Wednesday, is expected to be contentious.

House and Senate budget leaders have said a balanced budget depends on the passage of the fiscal matters bill.

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