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HB 2906

Relating to the civil liability of towing companies, booting companies, and parking facility owners for certain violations.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Lauren Simmons

HB 2906 establishes civil liability standards for Texas towing, booting, and parking companies for regulatory violations, creating consumer remedies and business accountability frameworks.

Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
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Bill Summary · HB 2906

Legislative bill overview

HB 2906 establishes civil liability standards for towing companies, booting companies, and parking facility owners when they violate specific regulations. The bill creates a framework for determining when these entities can be held legally responsible for damages resulting from improper towing, booting, or parking lot management practices.

Why is this important

Towing and booting practices directly affect Texans' property rights and access to their vehicles, with potential financial consequences ranging from towing fees to vehicle impoundment costs. Clear liability standards protect consumers from predatory practices while also providing legal certainty for legitimate businesses operating in this space. This addresses a common consumer complaint area where enforcement mechanisms and remedies were previously unclear.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of liability: Determining which specific violations trigger civil liability—whether limited to egregious misconduct or including minor regulatory breaches—will significantly impact business operating costs and consumer protections
  • Damage caps and remedies: Disputes may arise over whether liability includes actual damages only, statutory damages, attorney fees, or punitive measures, affecting both consumer recovery potential and business viability
  • Parking facility owner responsibility: Clarifying whether owners are liable for towing/booting conducted by third-party contractors they hire, or only for their own direct actions, creates definitional challenges

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

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