Relating to the creation of an auctioneer's license for heavy equipment dealers.

HB 4397 creates a new licensing pathway for heavy equipment dealers to operate as auctioneers in Texas. It amends the Occupations Code to allow the Department to issue auctioneer licenses to corporations (not just individuals) under rules established by the Commission. This directly affects heavy equipment dealers who want to conduct auctions without being part of an auction company or real estate brokerage. The change takes effect September 1, 2025, and does not alter existing requirements for motor vehicle auctions.