January 01, 2026

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How Texas REALTORS® Fights for You and Your Clients Between Legislative Sessions. The Texas Legislature doesn’t convene again until January 2027, so you might think all’s quiet in the Texas REALTORS® advocacy world. Nothing could be further from the truth. Ideas that will affect your business tomorrow start taking shape today.

Legislative committees are meeting now to study everything from property taxes to housing supply to infrastructure needs. Defining challenges and discussing solutions during this interim lays the groundwork for new bills when lawmakers return to the Capitol in 2027. As always, Texas REALTORS® is hard at work to protect your business, your clients, and property rights.

Texas REALTORS® Works for You During the Interim

Shortly after the last legislative session adjourned, Texas REALTORS® surveyed members to learn about your priorities and concerns. Your input defines key issues the association fights for or against.

Members on five association policy committees (Business Issues, Infrastructure, Land Use, Taxation, and Oversight) spend countless hours discussing input from members and industry experts.

REALTORS® and staff testify at interim legislative committee meetings to ensure the association’s voice is heard.

The Texas REALTORS® Legislative Management Team strategizes how to protect your livelihood, keep more money in your pocket, and ensure Texans can enjoy the benefits of property ownership.

What We Achieved Together in 2025

Texas REALTORS® helped pass 60 REALTOR®-backed bills during the 89th Texas Legislature. This effort—driven by thousands of members who stood up for private property rights—led to new laws that directly impact your day-to-day work, such as:

• More money in your pocket: REALTORS® advocated for and won critical tax relief for Texas property owners, helping make homeownership and investment more affordable for everyone.
• An increase in the business property tax exemption from $2,500 to $125,000: This huge increase in the exemption amount saves small business owners money every year.
• Increased clarity when working with buyers and sellers: New rules provide more transparency about representation, which reduces misunderstandings and liability.
• Housing affordability and property rights: Policies that strengthen private property rights and promote more housing options help keep Texas one of the best places in the nation to live, work, and invest.

These wins didn’t happen by chance. They are the result of a vast number of members across the state speaking with one voice–voting, volunteering, and working hard during the previous interim and regular and special sessions.

Why All This Matters to You and Your Clients

Every time you help a client buy, sell, or lease, you and that client benefit from the advocacy that happens during and between legislative sessions at the Texas Capitol. Lower property taxes means your clients can afford more house for their money—or afford a house at all. Strong property rights keep values stable and investments secure. Smarter business policies mean you can invest time and money in your business, not red tape.

The next time a client talks about property taxes or issues related to private property rights, tell them: “Texas REALTORS® fought for that, and we’ll keep fighting for you in the future.”