H.B. No. 431 amends the Property Code to clarify the definition of "solar energy device" to explicitly include solar roof tiles. This change is made to Section 202.010(a)(2) of the Property Code, which previously referenced the definition provided in Section 171.107 of the Tax Code. The amendment aims to ensure that property owners' associations recognize solar roof tiles as part of the broader category of solar energy devices, thereby regulating their installation more effectively.

The bill emphasizes that the amendment is intended to clarify existing law rather than alter it significantly. It will take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds majority vote from both houses of the legislature; otherwise, it will become effective on September 1, 2025. The bill has already passed both the House and Senate with substantial support.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Property Code 202.010 (Property Code 202)
House Committee Report: Property Code 202.010 (Property Code 202)
Engrossed: Property Code 202.010 (Property Code 202)
Senate Committee Report: Property Code 202.010 (Property Code 202)
Enrolled: Property Code 202.010 (Property Code 202)