What is the main difference between Texas's home-rule cities and general-law cities? Select an Answer A. General-law cities do not have a mayor. B. Home-rule cities are limited to a maximum property tax rate of $1.50 per $100 valuation. C. General-law cities are tax-free municipalities. D. A general-law city is chartered for localities with a population of fewer than 5,000 persons.
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