Pat Trevino | October 24, 2025
Proposition 4 would dedicate a portion of state sales tax revenue to the Texas Water Fund, supporting long-term water infrastructure projects across the state. This includes investments in water supply, reuse, desalination, and modernization of aging systems—all without creating new taxes.
🧾 HOW IT’S WRITTEN ON THE BALLOT:
“The constitutional amendment to dedicate a portion of the revenue derived from state sales and use taxes to the Texas water fund and to provide for the allocation and use of that revenue.”
“I’m voting yes on Proposition 4 because I believe in protecting our community’s future through responsible investment in water infrastructure. This amendment ensures that existing sales tax revenue is used to fund critical water projects—without raising taxes. Clean, reliable water is essential for public health, agriculture, and economic growth. Proposition 4 reflects the kind of long-term stewardship and transparency I want to see in our state’s priorities.”
Why it benefits families in De Witt County:
• 💧 Water security: De Witt County and surrounding rural areas rely on stable water systems for agriculture, daily use, and emergency preparedness.
• 🏡 No new taxes: The amendment redirects existing sales tax revenue—no increase in your tax burden.
• 🛠️ Infrastructure modernization: Aging water systems across Texas are straining under population growth and climate stress. This fund helps communities like De Witt County stay resilient.
• 📈 Economic stability: Reliable water access supports local businesses, schools, and public services—key to a thriving community.