TX SB783

Adds three new exemptions to state preemption of local building regulations: energy codes adopted by the State Energy Conservation Office, energy and water conservation design standards established by the office, and high-performance building standards approved by university boards of regents

Requires the State Energy Conservation Office to conduct a housing attainability impact analysis before amending or adopting new residential energy code editions, including calculating payback periods for any new requirements

Limits how frequently the office can amend or adopt new single-family residential energy code editions to once every six years, with a minimum 9-month implementation period after adoption

Expands the list of stakeholders who must be given opportunity to comment on energy code changes to include electric, gas, and water utilities operated by public or private entities

Takes effect September 1, 2025; passed the Senate 27-3 (concurred 28-3) and the House 112-29