Bill

SB 1264

87(R) - 2021
House International Relations & Economic Development
House International Relations & Economic Development
Property Rights
Housing & Urban Affairs
Landlord & Tenant

Companion Bill

HB 1153

Contact the Author

Brian Birdwell

Phone:

512-463-0122

Capitol Office:

E1.706

Email:

Vote Recommendation

Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral

Author(s)

Brian Birdwell

Bill Caption

Relating to the applicability of the Texas Fair Housing Act to certain sales and rentals.

Fiscal Notes

No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.


Bill Analysis

SB 1264 would update the Texas Fair Housing act to be in compliance with provisions of the federal Fair Housing Act (FHA) with respect to certain exemptions to anti-discrimination regulations for qualified owners of various rental properties. The bill specifically applies to the "single family home" exemption and the "Mrs. Murphy" exemption from liability under the FHA. 

Vote Recommendation Notes

Texas Action is neutral on SB 1264 which would bring the Texas FHA into compliance with the federal FHA.

Contact the Author

Brian Birdwell

Phone:

512-463-0122

Capitol Office:

E1.706

Email: