SUBCHAPTER A. This article will briefly explore these types of concurrent estates. January 1, 2010. Added by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 92.331. Statutes Title 8, Landlord and Tenant; Chapter 92, Residential Tenancies. Sept. 1, 1995; Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 2, eff. (f) A landlord who intentionally prevents a tenant from entering the tenant's dwelling under Subsection (b)(3) must provide the tenant with a key to the changed lock on the dwelling without regard to whether the tenant pays the delinquent rent. 92.332 by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 92.001. Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. Acts 1983, 68th Leg., p. 3648, ch. In any litigation under this subsection, the prevailing party shall recover reasonable attorney's fees from the nonprevailing party. (4) a judgment against the landlord for court costs and attorney's fees. Acts 1983, 68th Leg., p. 3639, ch. (n) If a delinquent electric bill is paid, or a deferred payment plan is entered into, during normal business hours, the landlord shall reconnect the tenant's electric service within two hours of payment or entry into the deferred payment plan. 1, eff. (g) A keyed dead bolt or a doorknob lock is not required to be installed at the landlord's expense on an exterior door if at the time the tenant agrees to lease the dwelling: (1) at least one exterior door usable for normal entry into the dwelling has both a keyed dead bolt and a keyless bolting device, installed in accordance with the height, strike plate, and throw requirements of Section 92.154; and. Acts 1983, 68th Leg., p. 3650, ch. (a) The landlord is not liable for retaliation under this subchapter if the landlord proves that the action was not made for purposes of retaliation, nor is the landlord liable, unless the action violates a prior court order under Section 92.0563, for: (1) increasing rent under an escalation clause in a written lease for utilities, taxes, or insurance; or. If the owners will hold title as tenants in common, the deed should use the phrase "as tenants in common" to designate the form of co-ownership as a tenancy in common. Our Team; Tips; FAQ; . 200, Sec. Renumbered from Sec. A tenancy in common occurs when two or more parties jointly hold an interest in property. (15) "Tenant turnover date" means the date a tenant moves into a dwelling under a lease after all previous occupants have moved out. Redesignated from Property Code Sec. A party who prevails in a suit under this subsection may recover court costs and reasonable attorney's fees from the other party. 2, eff. (a) A managing or leasing agent, whether residing or maintaining an office on-site or off-site, is the agent of the landlord for purposes of: (1) notice and other communications required or permitted by this subchapter; (2) notice and other communications from a governmental body relating to a violation of health, sanitation, safety, or nuisance laws on the landlord's property where the dwelling is located, including notices of: (D) reimbursement of costs incurred by the governmental body in curing the violation; (b) If the landlord's name and business street address in this state have not been furnished in writing to the tenant or government official or employee, the person who collects the rent from a tenant is the landlord's authorized agent for purposes of Subsection (a). 2, eff. 48, Sec. Sept. 1, 1989. (3) a copy of the settled claim that documents payments made by the insurer to the landlord. 165, Sec. (3) Any one of the following events has occurred: (A) The landlord has failed to remedy the backup or overflow of raw sewage inside the tenant's dwelling or the flooding from broken pipes or natural drainage inside the dwelling. The landlord has a defense to liability under Section 92.164 if: (1) the tenant has not fully paid all rent then due from the tenant on the date the tenant gives a request under Section 92.157(c) or the notice required by Section 92.164; or. Aug. 28, 1989. (C) an advocate as defined by Section 93.001, Family Code, who assisted the victim. 650, Sec. Sec. OCCUPANCY LIMITS. 689, Sec. 92.259. 1448), Sec. 2, eff. 946), Sec. (2) entered into a deferred payment plan that complies with Subsection (l). (a) If a condition results from an insured casualty loss, such as fire, smoke, hail, explosion, or a similar cause, the period for repair does not begin until the landlord receives the insurance proceeds. (2) the landlord may not allow reoccupancy or reconnection of utilities by separate meter within six months after the date the tenant moves out. A landlord who issues a parking permit to a tenant: (1) must issue the permit for a term that is coterminous with the tenant's lease term; and. A reconnection fee may not be applied unless agreed to by the tenant in a written lease that states the exact dollar amount of the reconnection fee. 534), Sec. (2) an earlier date agreed to by the landlord and the tenant. (4) have the condition repaired or remedied if the condition is not covered by Paragraph (A), (B), or (C) of Subdivision (3) of Subsection (d) of this section and involves a condition affecting the physical health or safety of the ordinary tenant as referred to in Paragraph (D) of Subdivision (3) of Subsection (d) of this section and if the landlord has failed to repair or remedy the condition within seven days after delivery of the tenant's notice of intent to repair. Sec. 1072 (H.B. Sec. (b) A landlord is liable to a tenant as provided by this subchapter if: (1) the tenant has given the landlord notice to repair or remedy a condition by giving that notice to the person to whom or to the place where the tenant's rent is normally paid; (2) the condition materially affects the physical health or safety of an ordinary tenant; (3) the tenant has given the landlord a subsequent written notice to repair or remedy the condition after a reasonable time to repair or remedy the condition following the notice given under Subdivision (1) or the tenant has given the notice under Subdivision (1) by sending that notice by certified mail, return receipt requested, by registered mail, or by another form of mail that allows tracking of delivery from the United States Postal Service or a private delivery service; (4) the landlord has had a reasonable time to repair or remedy the condition after the landlord received the tenant's notice under Subdivision (1) and, if applicable, the tenant's subsequent notice under Subdivision (3); (5) the landlord has not made a diligent effort to repair or remedy the condition after the landlord received the tenant's notice under Subdivision (1) and, if applicable, the tenant's notice under Subdivision (3); and. Sec. (4) documentation of a protective order issued under Subchapter A, Chapter 7B, Code of Criminal Procedure, except for a temporary ex parte order. 1, eff. Sec. (2) "Landlord" means the owner, lessor, or . 92.166. However, tenants may own unequal shares -- one tenant may own 1/3 of it, for example, and one tenant may own 2/3, which can become relevant in the . 3101), Sec. January 1, 2016. (c) The landlord has the burden of pleading and proving, by clear and convincing evidence, that the landlord gave the tenant the required notice of the illegality and the penalties and that the tenant's violation was done in bad faith. The fee for service of a show cause order is the same as that for service of a civil citation. (2) "Applicant" or "rental applicant" means a person who makes an application to a landlord for rental of a dwelling. Jan. 1, 1998. 200, Sec. Texas Business Corporation Act . Sept. 1, 1993. 92.351. A management company, managing agent, or on-site manager may reimburse itself for the costs from the owner's funds in its possession or control. Sec. January 1, 2010. (b) If the dwelling has French doors, one door of each pair of French doors must meet the requirements of Subsection (a) and the other door must have: (1) a keyed dead bolt or keyless bolting device capable of insertion into the doorjamb above the door and a keyless bolting device capable of insertion into the floor or threshold, each with a bolt having a throw of one inch or more; or. Sec. 744, Sec. 576, Sec. If a tenant in common is not in possession of the real estate, that co-tenant is entitled to receive the reasonable rental value of the property from the . Texas real estate may be owned individually or jointly. 1, eff. (9) "Possession of a dwelling" means occupancy by a tenant under a lease, including occupancy until the time the tenant moves out or a writ of possession is issued by a court. (d) A customer is not required to provide the notices described by this section if the customer avoids the disconnection by paying the bill. 899 (H.B. Added by Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., ch. Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 257 (H.B. (p) A landlord who provides notice in accordance with Subsection (h) may not apply a payment made by a tenant to avoid interruption of electric service or reestablish electric service to rent or any other amounts owed under the lease. 225 (S.B. 92.153. 3, eff. Acts 1983, 68th Leg., p. 3649, ch. Termination of a lease under this subsection is effective when the tenant surrenders possession of the dwelling. 8, eff. September 1, 2017. . HEIGHT REQUIREMENTS--SLIDING DOOR SECURITY DEVICES. 92.162. Redesignated from Property Code Sec. (a) A landlord may not retaliate against a tenant by taking an action described by Subsection (b) because the tenant: (1) in good faith exercises or attempts to exercise against a landlord a right or remedy granted to the tenant by lease, municipal ordinance, or federal or state statute; (2) gives a landlord a notice to repair or exercise a remedy under this chapter; (3) complains to a governmental entity responsible for enforcing building or housing codes, a public utility, or a civic or nonprofit agency, and the tenant: (A) claims a building or housing code violation or utility problem; and, (B) believes in good faith that the complaint is valid and that the violation or problem occurred; or. 3, eff. 92.057(d) and amended by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. Added by Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. (D) The landlord has been notified in writing by the appropriate local housing, building, or health official or other official having jurisdiction that the condition materially affects the health or safety of an ordinary tenant. 357, Sec. A sheriff or constable may use reasonable force in executing a writ of reentry under this section. 3, eff. RIGHT TO VACATE AND AVOID LIABILITY FOLLOWING TENANT'S DEATH. 92.2571. Law Office of Farren Sheehan for a consultation. The nonprevailing party in a suit under this section is liable to the prevailing party for reasonable attorney's fees and court costs. 650, Sec. They're both entitled to the use of the entire house. (e) A landlord may comply with this section by providing to a tenant a complete copy of the lease: (2) in an electronic format if requested by the tenant; or. Aug. 28, 1989. LANDLORD AFFIDAVIT FOR DELAY. The governing body of the municipality may provide additional notice to the property's tenants and owners after receipt of the service disconnection notice under this subsection. September 1, 2007. 588 (S.B. LIABILITY OF CERTAIN GUARANTORS UNDER LEASE. This means they each person owns an undivided one-half interest in the property, but there is no automatic right of survivorship. If one of the tenants dies, their interest passes to their heirs rather than to the other tenant (s). 92.006. This happens even if the decedent left the property to heirs using a Will. Sept. 1, 1993; Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. The fee for service of a writ of reentry is the same as that for service of a writ of possession. 2, eff. Amended by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 92.002. Texas Property Code chapters 92.0081 through 92.009 describe when a landlord may change the locks on a rental unit, and the tenant's remedies if the law is not followed. A common tenant defense is that their landlord did not adhere to all the legal requirements for evicting them. 1, eff. 4th 1122, 1128, as . TERM OF PARKING PERMIT. If the landlord's employees perform the work, the charge may include a reasonable amount for overhead but may not include a profit to the landlord. 1293), Sec. 357, Sec. The copy of the rules or policies must be: (2) included in a lease agreement signed by the tenant; or. (e) A landlord who violates this section is liable to the tenant for actual damages, a civil penalty equal in amount to the amount of one month's rent plus $500, and attorney's fees. LIABILITY FOR WITHHOLDING LAST MONTH'S RENT. 6, eff. In addition to court costs and reasonable attorney's fees, a plaintiff who prevails under this subsection may recover from the landlord $500 for each violation of this section. 576, Sec. Added by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. Sec. (d) If there is more than one tenant on a lease, the landlord is not required under this section to send notices to the primary residence of more than one tenant. June 20, 2003. (4) The tenant's judicial remedies under Section 92.0563 shall be limited to recovery against the landlord to whom the tenant gave the required notices until the tenant has given the new landlord the notices required by this section and otherwise complied with Section 92.056 as to the new landlord. (7) "Landlord" means a dwelling owner, lessor, sublessor, management company, or managing agent, including an on-site manager. Sec. (b) A late fee under this section may include an initial fee and a daily fee for each day any portion of the tenant's rent continues to remain unpaid, and the combined fees are considered a single late fee for purposes of this section. (5) "Premises" means a tenant's rental unit, any area or facility the lease authorizes the tenant to use, and the appurtenances, grounds, and facilities held out for the use of tenants generally. (3) "Exterior door" means a door providing access from a dwelling interior to the exterior. 31.01(71), eff. Sept. 1, 2003. (5) court costs and attorney's fees, excluding any attorney's fees for a cause of action for damages relating to a personal injury. 744, Sec. It also means a "dwelling" as defined by Section 92.001. January 1, 2006. September 1, 2015. A mutual agreement for tenant repair under Subsection (g) of Section 92.0561 is not a violation of Section 92.006. June 19, 2009. Amended by Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., ch. 3, eff. WAIVER. Sept. 1, 1993. This section does not apply to a security device installed, repaired, changed, replaced, or rekeyed by a tenant under Section 92.164(a)(1) or 92.165(1). You should seek insurance coverage that would cover losses caused by a flood.". Amended by Acts 1989, 71st Leg., ch. A waiver under this section must be signed and in writing in a document separate from the lease and must comply with federal law. (g) A lease must contain language in underlined or bold print that informs the tenant of the remedies available under this section and Section 92.0561. 92.252. The term does not include dates of entry or occupation not authorized by the landlord. 942, Sec. 1367), Sec. 10, eff. During the lease term and any renewal period, a landlord shall repair or replace a security device on request or notification by the tenant that the security device is inoperable or in need of repair or replacement. 92.154. Jan. 1, 1984. Joint tenants also have the right to make improvements to the co-owned property. (f) A tenant who terminates a lease under Subsection (b) is released from all liability for any delinquent, unpaid rent owed to the landlord by the tenant on the effective date of the lease termination if the lease does not contain language substantially equivalent to the following: "Tenants may have special statutory rights to terminate the lease early in certain situations involving family violence or a military deployment or transfer.". Renumbered from Property Code Sec. 1051 (H.B. Jan. 1, 1996. (a) A landlord's liability under this section is subject to Section 92.052(b) regarding conditions that are caused by a tenant and Section 92.054 regarding conditions that are insured casualties. A tenancy in common occurs when two or more parties jointly hold an interest in property. (e) A justice court may not award a judgment under this section, including an order of repair, that exceeds $10,000, excluding interest and costs of court. (c) A tenant may exercise the rights to terminate the lease under Subsection (b), vacate the dwelling before the end of the lease term, and avoid liability beginning on the date after all of the following events have occurred: (1) a judge signs an order described by Subsection (b-1)(1) if the tenant obtained such an order; (2) the tenant provides a copy of the relevant documentation described by Subsection (b-1)(1) or (2), as applicable, to the landlord; (3) the tenant provides written notice of termination of the lease to the landlord on or before the 30th day before the date the lease terminates; (4) the 30th day after the date the tenant provided notice under Subdivision (3) expires; and. 651 (H.B. If on a ceiling, it must be no closer than six inches to a wall or otherwise located in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions. (a) The applicant is deemed rejected by the landlord if the landlord does not give notice of acceptance of the applicant on or before the seventh day after the: (1) date the applicant submits a completed rental application to the landlord on an application form furnished by the landlord; or. They may own it equally or in unequal percentages. 3101), Sec. 576, Sec. (c) If the tenant is a victim or a parent or guardian of a victim of sexual assault under Section 22.011, Penal Code, aggravated sexual assault under Section 22.021, Penal Code, indecency with a child under Section 21.11, Penal Code, sexual performance by a child under Section 43.25, Penal Code, continuous sexual abuse of young child or disabled individual under Section 21.02, Penal Code, or an attempt to commit any of the foregoing offenses under Section 15.01, Penal Code, that takes place during the preceding six-month period on the premises or at any dwelling on the premises, the tenant shall provide to the landlord or the landlord's agent a copy of: (1) documentation of the assault or abuse, or attempted assault or abuse, of the victim from a licensed health care services provider who examined the victim; (2) documentation of the assault or abuse, or attempted assault or abuse, of the victim from a licensed mental health services provider who examined or evaluated the victim; (3) documentation of the assault or abuse, or attempted assault or abuse, of the victim from an individual authorized under Chapter 420, Government Code, who provided services to the victim; or. 92.052. Jan. 1, 1984. (d) This section does not apply to locks on closet doors or other interior doors. 357, Sec. (3) a crime of personal violence occurred in the multiunit complex in which the tenant's dwelling is located during the two months preceding the date of the request. Sept. 1, 1987; Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. Co-owners aren't actually tenants in their properties, though -- the true . 1, eff. Sec. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) maintains a flood map on its Internet website that is searchable by address, at no cost, to determine if a dwelling is located in a flood hazard area. Redesignated from Property Code Sec. Homes on Lake Conroe, the fourth-largest lake real estate market in Texas. Sec. 48, Sec. With tenancy in common two or more persons hold title to real estate jointly. RESIDENTIAL TENANCIES. September 1, 2017. 512 (H.B. Added by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 1112, Sec. A TIC typically has no right of survivorship. 3101), Sec. (2) within a reasonable time after receiving a written request by a tenant. (d) If a landlord changes the vehicle towing or parking rules or policies during the term of the lease agreement, the landlord shall provide written notice of the change to the tenant before the tenant is required to comply with the rule or policy change. 92.352. 1276, Sec. (10) "Rekey" means to change or alter a security device that is operated by a key, card, or combination so that a different key, card, or combination is necessary to operate the security device. 92.061. TENANT REMEDIES FOR LANDLORD'S FAILURE TO INSTALL OR REKEY CERTAIN SECURITY DEVICES. Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. ADDITIONAL ENFORCEMENT BY LOCAL ORDINANCE. Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. (a) Except as provided by Subsection (b), the maximum number of adults that a landlord may allow to occupy a dwelling is three times the number of bedrooms in the dwelling. (b) Unless the condition was caused by normal wear and tear, the landlord does not have a duty during the lease term or a renewal or extension to repair or remedy a condition caused by: (2) a lawful occupant in the tenant's dwelling; (3) a member of the tenant's family; or. 1, eff. (a) A landlord shall accept a tenant's timely cash rental payment unless a written lease between the landlord and tenant requires the tenant to make rental payments by check, money order, or other traceable or negotiable instrument. Sec. (b) A tenant may terminate the tenant's rights and obligations under a lease and may vacate the dwelling and avoid liability for future rent and any other sums due under the lease for terminating the lease and vacating the dwelling before the end of the lease term if the tenant complies with Subsection (c). (B) 48 inches from the floor, if installed on or after September 1, 1993. (2) documentation of the stalking from a provider of services described by Subsection (c)(1), (2), or (3) and: (A) a law enforcement incident report or, if a law enforcement incident report is unavailable, another record maintained in the ordinary course of business by a law enforcement agency; and. If the person disobeyed the writ before receiving the show cause order but has complied with the writ after receiving the order, the justice may find the person in contempt and assess punishment under Section 21.002(c), Government Code. (2) the landlord is required to repair or replace the fire extinguisher within a reasonable time if the tenant pays in advance the reasonable repair or replacement cost, including labor, materials, taxes, and overhead. 221 (H.B. 9, eff. Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. A landlord's failure to respond does not affect the tenant's liability for any late fee owed to the landlord. (c-1) If the tenant is a victim or a parent or guardian of a victim of stalking under Section 42.072, Penal Code, that takes place during the preceding six-month period on the premises or at any dwelling on the premises, the tenant shall provide to the landlord or the landlord's agent a copy of: (1) documentation of a protective order issued under Subchapter A or B, Chapter 7B, Code of Criminal Procedure, except for a temporary ex parte order; or. This can have a profound effect on the dissolution of property during divorce proceedings. Sept. 1, 2001. 92.019. (c) A tenant who terminates a lease under Subsection (b) shall deliver to the landlord or landlord's agent: (1) a written notice of termination of the lease; and. Oral notices of change are insufficient. 4, eff. TENANT REMEDIES. 1439, Sec. Renumbered from Property Code Sec. Jan. 1, 1984. (c) A tenant or a governmental entity or civic association acting on the tenant's behalf may file suit against a landlord to enjoin a violation of this section. (g) A landlord and a tenant may mutually agree for the tenant to repair or remedy, at the landlord's expense, any condition of the dwelling regardless of whether it materially affects the health or safety of an ordinary tenant. The following are deeds that are used for transfer of real property in Texas: Texas Deed Transfer The deferred payment plan must allow the tenant to pay the outstanding electric bill in installments that extend beyond the due date of the next electric bill and must provide that the delinquent amount may be paid in equal installments over a period equal to at least three electric service billing cycles. They are: Dwellings that are part of a multi-unit complex in which the majority of tenants are over age 55 or have physical or mental disabilities. Sec. 15, eff. (B) arises from the landlord's failure to provide and maintain in good operating condition a device to supply hot water of a minimum temperature of 120 degrees Fahrenheit. RIGHT TO VACATE AND AVOID LIABILITY FOLLOWING CERTAIN DECISIONS RELATED TO MILITARY SERVICE. 92.056. SECURITY DEPOSIT. A landlord may not require a tenant to pay for other repairs or replacements of a security device except as provided by Subsections (b), (c), and (d). A joint tenants interest is therefore not freely devisable in a will. Renumbered from Property Code Sec. If a landlord does not comply with a tenant's request regarding rekeying, changing, adding, repairing, or replacing a security device under Section 92.156(b), 92.157, or 92.158 in accordance with the time limits and other requirements of this subchapter, the tenant may: (1) install, repair, change, replace, or rekey the security devices as required by this subchapter and deduct the reasonable cost of material, labor, taxes, and extra keys from the tenant's next rent payment in accordance with Section 92.166; (2) unilaterally terminate the lease without court proceedings; and. Issues not covered by the Property Code are covered by the common law. Jan. 1, 1984. LANDLORD LIABILITY AND TENANT REMEDIES; NOTICE AND TIME FOR REPAIR. (f) A landlord who violates Subsection (b), (c), (d), or (e) is liable for a civil penalty in the amount of $100 plus any towing or storage costs that the tenant incurs as a result of the towing of the tenant's vehicle. they can remain a tenant in the property. Sept. 1, 2003. (A) a door lock not in the doorknob that: (i) locks with a bolt into the doorjamb; and, (ii) is operated from the exterior by a key, card, or combination and from the interior by a knob or lever without a key, card, or combination; or. (b) A person may specify in writing in an original lease that the person will guarantee a renewal of the lease only if the original lease states: (1) the last date, as specified by the guarantor, on which the renewal of the lease will renew the obligation of the guarantor; (2) that the guarantor is liable under a renewal of the lease that occurs on or before that date; and. 92.167. Jan. 1, 1984. (2) for a dwelling unit that is a one-family or two-family dwelling unit, installs smoke detectors in compliance with Chapter 766, Health and Safety Code. (4) the landlord, at the same time the service is interrupted, hand delivers or places on the tenant's front door a written notice that: (A) prominently displays the words "electricity termination notice" or similar language underlined or in bold; and. (B) the National Weather Service issues a heat advisory for a county in which the premises is located or has issued such an advisory on one of the two preceding days. PROPERTY CODE. Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. Acts 1983, 68th Leg., p. 3647, ch. (2) United States mail, addressed to the applicant and postmarked on or before the required date. (a) At the time an applicant is provided with a rental application, the landlord shall make available to the applicant printed notice of the landlord's tenant selection criteria and the grounds for which the rental application may be denied, including the applicant's: (5) failure to provide accurate or complete information on the application form. 3, eff. One-half of the central plate must overlap the interior surface of the door and the other half of the central plate must overlap the doorjamb when the plate is placed over the doorjamb restraint. (a) This section applies only to a tenant in a multiunit complex, as that term is defined by Section 92.151. OBLIGATION TO REFUND. (k) If the landlord repairs or remedies the condition or delivers an affidavit for delay under Section 92.0562 to the tenant after the tenant has contacted a repairman but before the repairman commences work, the landlord shall be liable for the cost incurred by the tenant for the repairman's trip charge, and the tenant may deduct the charge from the tenant's rent as if it were a repair cost. 69), Sec. For non-spouses an example might look like John Doe and Jane Doe, as joint owners with rights of survivorship as provided by Texas Estates Code section 111.001, and not as tenants-in-common." Because the statute indicates that the joint owners must "agree in writing," it is suggested that the joint owners also sign the deed indicating . (b) A requirement that a tenant give advance notice of surrender as a condition for refunding the security deposit is effective only if the requirement is underlined or is printed in conspicuous bold print in the lease. Most tenant insurance policies do not cover damages or loss incurred in a flood. 12, eff. Jan. 1, 1984. (B) if the report or record described by Paragraph (A) identifies the victim by means of a pseudonym, as defined by Article 58.001, Code of Criminal Procedure, a copy of a pseudonym form completed and returned under Article 58.152(a) of that code. Code. 1, eff. Sec. Jan. 1, 1996; Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. Sept. 1, 1993; Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. Sec. 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