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TX HB2903

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/18/2025

Primary Sponsor

Lauren Ashley Simmons

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires landlords to acknowledge receipt of a tenant's repair notice in writing within 2 business days of receiving the notice, sent to the tenant's mailing address

  • Mandates that the written acknowledgment include a statement of the tenant's rights and remedies under the law

  • Extends notification requirements for common area repairs, requiring landlords to send written acknowledgment to all tenants with access to the affected common area within 2 business days

  • Allows tenants to pursue judicial remedies under Section 92.0563 of the Property Code if a landlord fails to comply with the acknowledgment requirements

  • Takes effect September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to a landlord's duty to acknowledge receipt of a notice to repair or remedy a condition that materially affects the physical health or safety of a tenant.

Property Interests

Last Action

Referred to Trade, Workforce & Economic Development

3/19/2025

Committee Referrals

Trade, Workforce & Economic Development3/19/2025

Full Bill Text

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