A new requirement in Texas mandates that cities conduct an audit prior to increasing property taxes. This change affects municipalities across the state, including those in the vicinity of The Woodlands. Some smaller towns in Texas are facing challenges in complying with this new rule due to financial constraints.

The cost of conducting an audit is a burden for these towns, highlighting a potential issue with the implementation of this requirement. For more information on this development, readers can refer to the full report from Houston Public Media, which provides further details on the impact of this new rule on Texas cities.