Bill > HB1100

This bill modifies the Texas Property Code to update how tenants can provide written notice to landlords regarding repairs or remedies. Specifically, the bill allows tenants to submit written notices through an online apartment portal, but only if two conditions are met: first, the lease is in writing and requires written notice, and second, the landlord maintains an online portal through which rent is also paid. The change will apply only to lease agreements entered into or renewed on or after September 1, 2025, which is the bill's effective date. This modification provides tenants with an additional, potentially more convenient method of communicating repair needs to their landlords, while maintaining the existing requirement that notice be in writing when the lease stipulates written communication. The bill represents a minor but practical update to tenant-landlord communication protocols, reflecting the increasing use of digital platforms in rental property management.

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