The bill amends the Civil Practice and Remedies Code to modify the statutes of limitation and repose for certain claims related to the construction or repair of improvements to real property. Specifically, it reduces the time frame for bringing suit against architects, engineers, and other design professionals from ten years to eight years after the substantial completion of the improvement or the operation of attached equipment. Additionally, it alters the extension period for claims presented in writing, removing previous provisions that allowed for a two-year extension and instead providing a one-year extension if damage occurs during the last year of the limitations period.

Furthermore, the bill repeals certain subsections that previously provided additional conditions for claims against construction professionals. It clarifies that the amended statutes will apply to causes of action arising on or after the effective date of the Act, while those arising under contracts entered into before that date will be governed by the law in effect prior to the amendments. The Act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Civil Practice and Remedies Code 16.008, Civil Practice and Remedies Code 16.009 (Civil Practice and Remedies Code 16)
House Committee Report: Civil Practice and Remedies Code 16.008, Civil Practice and Remedies Code 16.009 (Civil Practice and Remedies Code 16)
Engrossed: Civil Practice and Remedies Code 16.008, Civil Practice and Remedies Code 16.009 (Civil Practice and Remedies Code 16)