Relating to the revocation of certain licenses of persons found to have engaged in price gouging during a declared disaster.

HB 270 requires Texas licensing authorities (like the Texas Department of Agriculture or Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation) to revoke business licenses for individuals or entities found guilty of price gouging during a declared disaster. Specifically, if the attorney general or a consumer wins a court case under Section 17.46(b)(27) for price gouging, the court must notify relevant licensing authorities within 30 days. The licensing body must then revoke the person’s license through standard procedures if permitted by law. This applies to repeat violations (a second court victory) and directly affects licensed businesses operating in regulated fields during disaster emergencies. The bill takes effect 91 days after the legislative session ends.