Bill > HB339

This bill adds a new subchapter to the Texas Local Government Code that defines and allows municipal regulation of structured sober living homes. The bill defines a structured sober living home as a residential setting where unrelated individuals recovering from alcohol or drug addiction receive outpatient behavioral health services, independent living skills, and structured recovery activities. Municipalities are now empowered to adopt standards for these homes, provided they comply with fair housing laws and the Americans with Disabilities Act. These local standards can require home operators to provide written notice about the home's details, supervise residents, and establish an operational plan that includes rehabilitation processes, property maintenance, and noise compliance. Importantly, municipalities can exempt homes that are already adequately overseen by another governmental entity or contractor. The bill's provisions aim to create a framework for local governments to responsibly regulate these recovery-focused residential facilities while protecting the rights of residents. The bill will take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in the Texas legislature, or on September 1, 2025, if it does not receive the required immediate-effect vote.

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