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Relating to statutes of limitation and repose for certain claims involving the construction or repair of an improvement to real property or equipment attached to real property.
No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
HB 3069 would tighten the statute of limitations for certain suits by a governmental entity against architects, engineers, interior designers, and persons involved in real property improvements generally from ten years to eight years. The new limitation period would not apply to a contract entered into by the Texas Department of Transportation, a project that receives funding from the state highway fund or federal transportation fund, or a civil works project.
Texas Action is neutral on HB 3069.