HB 5642 Texas House · 89th Legislature (2025)

Relating to the disclosure of information regarding a transfer on death deed in certain residential real property transactions.

HB 5642 requires real estate license holders (like agents and brokers) to provide written notice to home buyers about transfer on death deeds during initial discussions about purchasing specific residential properties. The notice must explain what these deeds are, their benefits, how they interact with wills, and the risks of dying without one or a deed. It also clarifies how buyers can execute such deeds at closing and the title company's role in the process. This applies to single-family homes, duplexes, triplexes, quadraplexes, and condo units. The notice must be delivered in writing via mail, email, or in person and include specific required content.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Apr 7, 2025 Last action May 5, 2025
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May 5, 2025
Lower · Passed
Left pending in subcommittee
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May 5, 2025
Lower · Passed
Testimony taken/registration(s) recorded in subcommittee
lower
Apr 7, 2025
Committee
Referred to s/c on Family & Fiduciary Relationships by Speaker
lower
Apr 7, 2025
Introduced
Read first time
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Josey Garcia
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