TACCA Capitol Update

The 89th Legislative Session kicked off on January 14th, 2025. The Capitol Update will provide insights to keep you informed about important HVACR news & events at the Texas State Capitol.

Dustin Burrows Elected

Speaker of the Texas House for 89th Legislative Session

Austin, Texas – January 14, 2025

The 89th Texas Legislative Session began with a landmark decision as Representative Dustin Burrows (R-Lubbock) was elected Speaker of the Texas House of Representatives. A seasoned lawmaker and strong advocate for conservative policies, Speaker Burrows assumes leadership at a pivotal moment for the state.

Burrows' election is particularly noteworthy for TACCA, as its Lubbock chapter has long-standing connections with him. "Speaker Burrows is no stranger to our community. His leadership and insight will be an asset to both the House and industries across Texas, including HVAC," said a TACCA member.

In his inaugural remarks as Speaker, Burrows emphasized a commitment to collaboration and tackling the state’s critical issues. He inherits the task of appointing committee chairs and members in the coming weeks, a key step that will set the tone for legislative priorities and influence how bills progress through the chamber.

Once committees are finalized, the House will begin the essential work of referring bills and holding hearings—a process eagerly anticipated by legislators and stakeholders alike.

As the session unfolds, TACCA and its members will be watching closely to ensure the voice of HVAC professionals is heard in the decision-making process. The organization is optimistic about the opportunities ahead under Burrows’ leadership.

The 89th session marks an exciting new chapter in the Texas Legislature, with much work ahead to address the needs of Texans and industries that keep the state thriving.

Stay tuned for updates as the legislative gears begin to turn at the Capitol.

Capitol Clarity:

HB 2110 from 2021

Last week, during TACCA's board meeting, a question regarding warranties was raised. This discussion ties back to House Bill 2110, which was enacted in 2021.

This is what it says in plain English: 

If the purchaser of a residential HVAC system sells their house while the original manufacturer's warranty is still in effect, the warranty transfers to the new owner with the exact same terms as granted to the original purchaser, and the manufacturer has to honor the warranty.

This new law does not extend the term of the original warranty.

This is the actual bill language:

If residential real property that includes an air conditioning system as a fixture to the property is conveyed to a new owner, a manufacturer's warranty in effect on that system or a component of that system on the date of the conveyance is automatically transferred to the new owner and continues in effect as if the new owner was the original purchaser of the system or component,

as applicable.

A warrantor (manufacturer) continues to be obligated under the terms of a manufacturer's warranty agreement for a warranty

transferred under this section and may not charge a fee for the transfer of the warranty.

The transfer of a manufacturer's warranty under this section does not extend the original term of the warranty agreement.