ABC Texas secured several big wins for our industry during the 89th Texas Legislative Session. Thanks to strong advocacy and your continued support, we helped advance policies that protect free enterprise and strengthen the construction workforce in Texas.
Key Wins:
- Trust Fund Claim Assignment (SB 841): Now law—protects subcontractors and suppliers by clarifying claim reassignment rights. View the full bill here
- Right to Repair Clarification (HB 1922): Reduces lawsuits by establishing consistent timelines for defect claims. View the full bill here
- Venue Reform (HB 2960): Keeps legal disputes local, preventing contractors from being pulled into out‑of‑state courtrooms. See the full bill here
- Cybersecurity Safe Harbor (SB 2610): Shields small and mid‑sized businesses from punitive damages if they follow best practices. Review the full bill here
Other Industry Highlights:
- Mechanic’s Lien Deadline Fix (SB 929): Clarifies lien timelines to better protect contractors—read it here
- Skills Development Fund Expansion (SB 856): Opens up more workforce training support—full text here
- Licensing Reciprocity for Skilled Workers (HB 11): Makes it easier to bring in out‑of‑state licensed professionals. See the bill here
While a few priorities—like the expansion of the PLA ban—didn’t pass, we’re already preparing to come back stronger in 2027.
ABC Greater Houston and ABC Texas will be hosting a webinar on Monday August 25 at 2:00 PM to walk through what passed, what didn’t, and what it means for your business.
Click here to register
Hope to see you there—and as always, please let me know if you have any questions.