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Business Regulations in Texas

Texas is the second-largest state economy, with no personal income tax, no corporate income tax (franchise tax instead), and a massive, diverse market. The state is a magnet for corporate relocations and startup growth.

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Regulations Tracked
6.25%
Sales Tax
None (franchise tax)
Corporate Tax
$7.25 (federal)
Minimum Wage
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Capital:Austin
Business Friendliness:#3 of 50
State Income Tax:No

Key Compliance Requirements

Employment

Federal minimum wage. Right-to-work state. Workers comp is optional (but recommended). At-will employment.

Tax

No personal or corporate income tax. Franchise (margin) tax 0.375-0.75% on revenue over $2.47M. 6.25% sales tax plus local.

Environmental

TCEQ oversees environmental compliance. Oil & gas regulated by Railroad Commission. Water rights system.

Industry-Specific

Oil & gas permitting (RRC). Technology incentives (Austin, Dallas). Alcohol and cannabis regulations.

Common Licenses & Permits

  • Sales Tax Permit
  • Business Registration
  • Professional Licenses
  • Local Permits
  • Workers Compensation (optional)
  • DBA Filing

State Regulatory Agencies

TX Secretary of State

Business entity filings

TX Comptroller of Public Accounts

Tax registration and compliance

TX Workforce Commission

Employment law and workforce

Top Industries

  • 1Energy (Oil & Gas)
  • 2Technology
  • 3Healthcare
  • 4Manufacturing
  • 5Agriculture

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