H.B. No. 431 amends the Property Code in Texas to clarify the definition of "solar energy device" to explicitly include solar roof tiles. This change is intended to ensure that property owners' associations cannot unreasonably regulate the installation of solar roof tiles, thereby promoting the use of solar energy in residential areas. The amendment is framed as a clarification of existing law rather than a change, indicating that the inclusion of solar roof tiles aligns with the existing definitions under the Tax Code.

The bill is set to take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds majority vote from both houses of the Texas Legislature; otherwise, it will take effect on September 1, 2025. The bill has already passed both the House and Senate with significant support, indicating a strong legislative intent to support solar energy initiatives and protect homeowners' rights to install solar energy devices.

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)