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The Texas Apartment Association (TAA) has partnered with the Texas Legislature and statewide officeholders for more than six decades to foster a positive business climate for the rental housing industry in Texas.

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Easily identify your state representatives to ensure your voice is heard on key issues.

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Watch live legislative hearings and floor sessions impacting the rental housing industry.

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Take the first step in making a difference by registering to vote in Texas elections.

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During the 89th Texas Legislative Session, TAA supported SB 38 which makes important reforms to the eviction process and creates and expedited process to address squatters and goes into effect on Jan. 1, 2026. Review changes for property owners and managers to prepare for implementation.

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Watch the free webinar offering a comprehensive overview of the 89th Legislative Session and the new laws that may impact the rental housing industry. Topics include updates to landlord/tenant laws, key issues during the session, and insights into potential future legislative priorities.

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Latest Advocacy News

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Protecting Our Progress: TAA’s Legislative Priorities for 2027

September 21, 2026

The 2025 legislative session was one of the best for rental housing providers in years. With the passage of Senate Bill 38, the Legislature and the Governor gave property owners…

Meet the Team Behind TAA Advocacy

September 15, 2026

The people and partners working to advance the rental housing industry at the Texas Capitol As Texas prepares for the 2027 legislative session, the Texas Apartment Association is already at…

SB 38 Implementation Update

September 2, 2026

With the passage of Senate Bill 38 last session, the Legislature and the Governor gave property owners a clearer and more efficient process for removing squatters and other unlawful occupants…

Upcoming Events

Keep up with what's happening in the Texas rental housing industry.
Oct 21

Fair Housing in Transition (ESA Webinar) 10/21/26

HUD changed its enforcement—not the law. HUD’s enforcement approach to emotional support animal (ESA) requests has changed—but the law hasn’t. Join TAA’s legal experts for a practical update on what this means for Texas housing providers. Learn how to evaluate accommodation requests, understand where legal risk still exists, and implement consistent, defensible practices that help protect…

Advocacy, Affordable Housing Education, TAA Lease Playbook, TAA REDBOOK
Sep 23

Managing Mold: Response & Risk Management for Texas Rental Housing (Zoom)

Join TAA with industry experts JR Rodriguez and Brian Cweren as they review: Mold complaints require timely, consistent, and well-documented responses. Learn how to effectively respond to mold complaints while reducing legal risk. This practical compliance training covers the latest TAA Lease Addendum updates, legal considerations, mold science, documentation best practices, and response protocols that…

TAA Lease Playbook, TAA REDBOOK
Oct 22

Citizenship Verification & the SAVE Portal (Zoom)

Spend 90 minutes learning the requirements and workflows that will help you confidently comply with TDHCA’s new citizenship verification rules. TDHCA has adopted new requirements implementing the federal Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act (PRWORA) for HOME, HOME-ARP Rental, and National Housing Trust Fund (NHTF) properties. While the implementation date has been extended to…

Affordable Housing Education, TAA Lease Playbook
Sep 09

Mastering the Art of Presentation: Train The Trainer Pt.1&2 Where Future Instructors Become Influential Leaders

If you’ve ever considered teaching, mentoring, or leading others in the industry, this is your moment. Step into a role where your knowledge creates real change, your experience shapes careers, and your leadership strengthens the multifamily profession. Turn Your Knowledge into Influence. Sign up today! In order to receive the Certification of Completion, you must…

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