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TX HB3005

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

6/20/2025

Primary Sponsor

Barbara Gervin-Hawkins

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 2251.002 of the Texas Government Code to limit what qualifies as a "bona fide dispute" for public works construction contracts
  • Specifies that an audit of a public work project cannot be considered a bona fide dispute if it continues for more than 60 days after substantial completion of the project
  • Applies only to contracts entered into on or after the effective date of September 1, 2025
  • Passed the House on May 7, 2025 (130-13) and the Senate on May 28, 2025 (31-0)

Legislative Description

Relating to the payment of funds under certain construction contracts.

Property Interests

Last Action

Effective on 9/1/25

6/20/2025

Committee Referrals

Business & Commerce5/12/2025
Trade, Workforce & Economic Development3/20/2025

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