The bill, S.B. No. 534, proposes amendments to the statutes of limitations for suits regarding the recovery of real property held by another in adverse possession. Key changes include extending the limitations periods for various types of adverse possession claims. Specifically, the bill changes the limitations period from three years to 97 years for claims under title or color of title, from five years to 98 years for claims involving cultivation, use, or enjoyment of the property with tax payments and a registered deed, and from 10 years to 99 years for claims based solely on cultivation, use, or enjoyment of the property.

Additionally, the bill repeals Section 16.027 of the Civil Practice and Remedies Code, which previously outlined a specific limitations period. The amendments aim to provide greater timeframes for individuals to assert their claims to real property, thereby potentially impacting property rights and disputes in Texas. The new provisions will take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Civil Practice and Remedies Code 16.022, Civil Practice and Remedies Code 16.024, Civil Practice and Remedies Code 16.025, Civil Practice and Remedies Code 16.026, Civil Practice and Remedies Code 16.027 (Civil Practice and Remedies Code 16)