The bill, H.B. No. 533, amends the Texas Property Code to expand the scope of individuals entitled to impose liens for labor and supplies related to construction and improvement projects. Notably, it introduces a new category of lien for those who provide labor or supplies for the interior cleaning of homes or offices, which is specified in the amended Section 53.021. Additionally, the definition of "material" is updated to include cleaning supplies consumed or ordered for use in the direct performance of work, reflecting the growing recognition of cleaning services as integral to property maintenance.

Furthermore, the bill clarifies the time of inception for liens created under the new provisions, establishing that the priority of such liens is determined by the date of recording an affidavit of lien. The changes will only apply to original contracts entered into on or after the effective date of the Act, which is set for September 1, 2025. This ensures that existing contracts are governed by the previous law, maintaining legal consistency for ongoing agreements.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Property Code 53.001, Property Code 53.021, Property Code 53.023, Property Code 53.124 (Property Code 53)