H.B. No. 5009 amends the Civil Practice and Remedies Code to enhance the collection and execution of certain judgments, particularly in justice courts. The bill introduces new provisions allowing judgment creditors to apply for the appointment of a receiver if they cannot obtain satisfaction on a judgment within six months. It mandates that notice of any hearing regarding this application be served to all parties at least 14 days prior to the hearing. Additionally, the bill permits justice courts to charge a fee of up to $25 for motions seeking the court's assistance in these matters. It also clarifies that costs associated with enforcing child support obligations can be pursued through any available means for such enforcement.

Furthermore, the bill modifies existing provisions regarding dormant judgments, stating that if a writ of execution or receiver appointment is not made within ten years of a judgment, it becomes dormant. However, it allows for the issuance of a second writ or appointment of a receiver within ten years of the first. The amendments apply to all judgments, regardless of when they were entered, and the act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Civil Practice and Remedies Code 31.002, Civil Practice and Remedies Code 34.001 (Civil Practice and Remedies Code 34, Civil Practice and Remedies Code 31)
House Committee Report: Civil Practice and Remedies Code 31.002, Civil Practice and Remedies Code 34.001 (Civil Practice and Remedies Code 34, Civil Practice and Remedies Code 31)