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HB 1746

Relating to approval of real estate educational programs and courses of study by the Texas Real Estate Commission.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Keith Bell

HB 1746 requires Texas Real Estate Commission approval of real estate educational programs and courses, standardizing training requirements statewide.

Referred to s/c on Academic & Career-Oriented Education by Speaker
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Bill Summary · HB 1746

Legislative bill overview

HB 1746 would establish a process for the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) to approve real estate educational programs and courses of study. The bill appears to create regulatory oversight requirements for educational providers offering real estate training, likely standardizing curriculum and instructional quality across the state's real estate education sector.

Why is this important

Real estate licensing is a significant professional credential affecting thousands of Texans entering the property market industry. Standardized educational approval could improve consumer protection by ensuring agents meet consistent knowledge standards, though it also introduces regulatory burden and compliance costs for educational providers and may affect program accessibility or pricing.

Potential points of contention

  • Regulatory burden on educators: Private training companies and community colleges may face costly compliance procedures and approval timelines, potentially reducing course availability or increasing tuition costs for prospective agents
  • TREC authority scope: Questions exist about whether TREC should regulate educational content versus just licensing exams, and whether this duplicates existing accreditation systems
  • Market competitiveness: Approval requirements could create barriers to entry for new educational providers or specialized niche programs, reducing consumer choice and innovation in real estate training

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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