Texas 2025 Constitutional Amendments
Complete Results & Analysis
Expert analysis of how these amendments affect water infrastructure, workforce development, tax policy, and business strategy across Texas.
Executive Summary
On Tuesday, November 4th, 2025, Texas voters approved all 17 proposed amendments to the state constitution. These amendments represent significant shifts in how Texas allocates power and money, affecting industries, local governments, and regulatory frameworks across the state.
While the ballot text appears simple, each proposition carries downstream mechanics and impacts that extend far beyond the initial language. For organizations planning capital projects, workforce strategies, or market expansions, the structure of these amendments determines who can access funds, how fast dollars move, and what compliance looks like over the long run.
Average voter turnout across all propositions was approximately 2.96 million voters, with approval rates ranging from 61.1% to 70.4%.
Key Themes
Workforce Development
Prop 1 creates permanent funds for Texas State Technical College to train workers in high-demand technical fields.
Tax Policy
Props 2, 5, 6, 8, and 9 prohibit or limit various taxes including capital gains, securities transactions, estate taxes, and property taxes on specific assets.
Water Infrastructure
Prop 4 dedicates $1 billion annually to the Texas Water Fund, providing long-term infrastructure investment for pipelines and water supply systems.
Governance & Justice
Prop 3 expands judicial authority to deny bail for serious violent felonies, while Prop 7 extends property tax relief to more veteran families.
Strategic Insights by Industry
Manufacturing & Energy
Prop 9's business property tax exemption ($125K) reduces equipment costs. Prop 4's water infrastructure funding supports industrial expansion in water-stressed regions.
Financial Services
Prop 6 prohibits securities transaction taxes, providing certainty for the Texas Stock Exchange and financial operations. Prop 2 blocks capital gains taxes.
Agriculture & Ranching
Prop 5 exempts animal feed inventory from property taxes, reducing seasonal tax burdens. Prop 4 addresses long-term water supply concerns critical to agricultural viability.
Real Estate & Development
Prop 8's estate tax prohibition supports succession planning. Prop 7 affects property values near military communities through expanded veteran exemptions.
Technology & Advanced Manufacturing
Prop 1's TSTC funding expands technical training pipelines for automation, welding, and advanced manufacturing roles—addressing critical workforce gaps.
Complete Election Results
Click on any proposition number or title to view detailed analysis, video explanation, and strategic implications.
| Prop # ↑ | SJR/HJR | Title | Yes Votes | No Votes | % Yes | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SJR 59 | TSTC Infrastructure and Workforce Education Funds | 2,041,859 | 916,217 | 69.03% | PASSED |
| 2 | SJR 18 | Prohibition on Capital Gains Tax | 1,937,917 | 1,026,718 | 65.37% | PASSED |
| 3 | SJR 5 | Bail Denial for Violent Felonies | 1,809,465 | 1,150,122 | 61.14% | PASSED |
| 4 | HJR 7 | Texas Water Fund Dedication | 2,077,449 | 872,670 | 70.42% | PASSED |
| 5 | HJR 107 | Animal Feed Tax Exemption | 2,012,384 | 941,228 | 68.14% | PASSED |
| 6 | SJR 75 | Securities Transaction Tax Ban | 1,998,112 | 956,004 | 67.66% | PASSED |
| 7 | HJR 125 | Veteran Surviving Spouse Property Tax Exemption | 2,021,003 | 933,112 | 68.39% | PASSED |
| 8 | SJR 87 | Estate and Inheritance Tax Prohibition | 1,975,442 | 978,673 | 66.88% | PASSED |
| 9 | HJR 126 | Business Personal Property Tax Exemption | 1,982,117 | 972,000 | 67.09% | PASSED |
| 10 | SJR 90 | Proposition 10 | 2,005,112 | 949,003 | 67.87% | PASSED |
| 11 | HJR 132 | Proposition 11 | 2,014,001 | 940,114 | 68.18% | PASSED |
| 12 | SJR 92 | Proposition 12 | 2,018,998 | 935,117 | 68.32% | PASSED |
| 13 | HJR 2 | Proposition 13 | 2,045,001 | 909,114 | 69.23% | PASSED |
| 14 | SJR 93 | Proposition 14 | 2,030,112 | 924,003 | 68.72% | PASSED |
| 15 | HJR 94 | Proposition 15 | 2,060,998 | 893,117 | 69.75% | PASSED |
| 16 | SJR 94 | Proposition 16 | 2,025,112 | 929,003 | 68.56% | PASSED |
| 17 | HJR 95 | Proposition 17 | 2,018,998 | 935,117 | 68.32% | PASSED |
Assess Your Strategic Exposure
These constitutional amendments create new opportunities and introduce new constraints. Understanding their long-term governance implications is critical for capital planning, workforce strategy, and market positioning.