Texas 2017 - 85th Regular

Texas House Bill HB1341

Voted on by House
 
Out of Senate Committee
 
Voted on by Senate
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 

Caption

Relating to property owners' associations; imposing a civil penalty.

Impact

The amendments proposed by HB 1341 to the Property Code include significant changes such as mandating property owners' associations to permit inspection of certain records and providing a civil penalty of up to $25,000 for violations. This introduces a new level of accountability, wherein associations can be held legally responsible for failing to comply with records access requests. Ensuring that property owners are informed about financial activities undertaken by their associations could lead to improved governance and trust in these organizations.

Summary

House Bill 1341 focuses on property owners' associations in Texas, aiming to amend existing laws to enhance transparency and accountability within these organizations. Key provisions of the bill require associations to comply with specific record-keeping and reporting requirements, particularly concerning access to financial records and meeting minutes. The bill underscores the importance of residents' right to access information about their associations, which is intended to empower property owners and foster clearer communication between them and their associations.

Contention

Some points of contention surrounding HB 1341 arise from concerns regarding the increased regulatory burden on property owners' associations. Critics argue that the new requirements could potentially lead to excessive litigation and operational challenges for smaller associations, which may struggle to meet the documentation and reporting criteria set forth by the bill. Additionally, there are concerns about how the imposition of civil penalties could impact the financial stability of these associations, particularly if they inadvertently fail to comply with the new regulations.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX SB1668

Relating to property owners' associations, including condominium owners' associations.

TX SB36

Relating to property owners' associations, including condominium owners' associations.

TX SB48

Relating to property owners' associations, including condominium owners' associations.

TX HB3503

Relating to property owners' associations, including condominium owners' associations.

TX HB3423

Relating to organization of, meetings of, and voting by condominium unit owners' associations and property owners' associations.

TX SB1767

Relating to organization of, meetings of, and voting by condominium unit owners' associations and property owners' associations.

TX HB1367

Relating to the violation of certain laws and provisions of governing instruments by, and the recall by property owners of, a property owners' association board member.

TX HB2843

Relating to the authorization, licensing, and regulation of casino gaming and sports wagering in this state, to the creation, powers, and duties of the Texas Gaming Commission, to the support of the horse racing industry and reform of horse racing and greyhound racing, and to other provisions related to gambling; imposing and authorizing administrative and civil penalties; imposing taxes; imposing and authorizing fees; requiring occupational licenses; creating criminal offenses.

TX HB614

Relating to property owners' association fines.

TX HB2991

Relating to toll collection and enforcement by toll project entities; authorizing an administrative fee; imposing a civil penalty.

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