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HB 2422

Relating to seller's disclosures regarding water services for and water rights in residential real property.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Vikki Goodwin

Texas bill requiring residential property sellers to disclose water service sources and water rights details to buyers before sale completion.

Referred to Trade, Workforce & Economic Development
#propertyinterests--realproperty(i0595) #texasrealestatecommission(v4353) #utilities--water&sewer(i0002) #water--general(i0885)
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Bill Summary · HB 2422

Legislative bill overview

HB 2422 requires sellers of residential real property in Texas to disclose information about water services and water rights associated with the property. The bill mandates that sellers provide buyers with details about the water supply source, availability, quality, and any restrictions or limitations on water rights before completing the sale.

Why is this important

Water access and rights are critical assets in Texas, particularly in drought-prone regions where water availability directly affects property value and usability. Requiring transparent disclosure protects buyers from purchasing properties with inadequate water services or disputed water rights, reducing post-sale disputes and financial losses.

Potential points of contention

  • Seller burden and cost: Sellers may face expenses gathering water service and rights documentation, particularly for older properties with unclear historical records or complex water arrangements
  • Scope of disclosure: Disagreement over what information must be disclosed (e.g., future water availability projections, climate impact assessments, or neighboring water claims) and liability if water conditions change after sale
  • Enforceability: Questions about remedies if sellers fail to disclose or provide inaccurate information, and whether buyers can void contracts based on water disclosures discovered post-signing

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

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