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TX HB4564

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/12/2025

Primary Sponsor

Pat Curry

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Limits consumer lawsuits under Section 17.50 for claims arising from written contracts exceeding $100,000 when the consumer had independent legal representation and the contract does not involve their residence

  • Bars consumer lawsuits for transactions exceeding $500,000 in total consideration, except for claims involving a consumer's residence

  • Adds confidentiality protections for sworn testimony obtained during Consumer Protection Division investigations, prohibiting disclosure without consent of the person who testified or a court order for good cause

  • Allows the Attorney General's office to use sworn testimony in enforcement actions and court proceedings, with special protections requiring court approval before disclosing trade secrets

  • Takes effect September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to the investigation and enforcement of the Deceptive Trade Practices-Consumer Protection Act.

Business & Commerce

Last Action

Referred to Trade, Workforce & Economic Development

4/3/2025

Committee Referrals

Trade, Workforce & Economic Development4/3/2025

Full Bill Text

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