Escalation: Abbott Critiques Hinojosa's Tax Record

Gov. Greg Abbott’s campaign attacked Gina Hinojosa’s property‑tax record, centering on her four years on the Austin ISD board. It said she voted each year to raise the average homeowner’s AISD tax bill by nearly $140 in her first year, about $230 in her second, more than $170 in her third, and more than $330 in her fourth, roughly $900 total.

The campaign also said she cast more than 40 votes in the Texas Legislature to increase property taxes. It cited district figures showing Austin ISD’s total property‑tax levy rose by $405 million, or 52%, during her board tenure. The district sets the tax rate; property values are set by the county.

Hinojosa’s campaign countered that, as school board president, she reduced the rate.

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