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Montgomery County approves new $546M budget, includes county raises and property tax rate increase
Summary by Magnolia News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Brianna Willis , as published by ABC13 (KTRK)
· September 8, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The budget includes provisions for county raises and an increase in the property tax rate. A new budget has been approved for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, totaling $546 million.
A new budget has been approved for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, totaling $546 million. This budget was passed by a 3-2 vote.
The budget includes provisions for county raises and an increase in the property tax rate.
Further details about the budget and its provisions are available from the source, including specifics about the increases and how they will be implemented.
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Published: September 8, 2026 ·
Source: ABC13 (KTRK) ·
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