H.B. No. 5369 amends Section 1001.053 of the Occupations Code to adjust the expenditure limits exempt from the Texas Engineering Practice Act. Specifically, the bill increases the expenditure threshold for public works that do not involve electrical or mechanical engineering from $20,000 to $100,000. This change aims to streamline the process for smaller public works projects, allowing for greater flexibility in project management and funding.

The bill stipulates that the new provisions will only apply to public work projects initiated on or after the effective date of September 1, 2025. Projects that begin before this date will continue to be governed by the previous law. This transition ensures that ongoing projects are not adversely affected by the new regulations.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Occupations Code 1001.053 (Occupations Code 1001)