Regular Session
Government Affairs & Regulatory Compliance Analysis
HB2011 creates a severe asset forfeiture risk for private entities exercising eminent domain (utilities, pipelines, transmission providers). Effective June 20, 2025, if a condemning entity fails to pay ad valorem taxes on acquired property for three years, the original owner gains the statutory right to repurchase the asset at the original acquisition price, erasing all appreciation and development value.
Rep. Cecil Bell·House Bill·Regular Session
Civil Courts (via lawsuits by previous owners) • Condemning Entities (Self-Compliance)
This legislation has regulatory implications for the following Texas businesses and organizations:
Notable regulatory updates (effective 2025-06-20). Consider how these changes may affect your operations.
Affected business types:
lowMinimal cost impact anticipated.
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Key implementation requirements and action items for compliance with this legislation
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This bill's path through the Texas Legislature
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Common questions about HB2011
HB2011 creates a severe asset forfeiture risk for private entities exercising eminent domain (utilities, pipelines, transmission providers). Effective June 20, 2025, if a condemning entity fails to pay ad valorem taxes on acquired property for three years, the original owner gains the statutory right to repurchase the asset at the original acquisition price, erasing all appreciation and development value.
HB2011 was authored by Texas Representative Cecil Bell during the Regular Session.
HB2011 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on June 20, 2025.
HB2011 is enforced by Civil Courts (via lawsuits by previous owners) and Condemning Entities (Self-Compliance).
The regulatory priority for HB2011 is rated as "moderate". Businesses and organizations should review the legislation to understand potential impacts.
The cost impact of HB2011 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.
HB2011 addresses topics including property interests, property interests--eminent domain, property interests--real property, taxation and taxation--property-assessment & collection.
Key dates for HB2011: Effective date is 2025-06-20. Consult with legal counsel regarding applicability.
HB2011 establishes the following penalties: civil penalty of Forced resale at original purchase price (loss of appreciation) for Failure by condemning entity to pay ad valorem taxes on acquired property before the 3rd anniversary of the due date.. Consult with legal counsel for specific applicability to your situation.
HB2011 primarily affects property owners and real estate professionals. These businesses should review the legislation with their legal and compliance teams to understand potential impacts.
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