Texas HB2960 voids certain provisions in construction contracts that subject disputes to another state's law or venue.

Texas HB2960 amends the Business & Commerce Code to declare void any provisions in construction contracts that subject disputes to another state's law, litigation, or arbitration. The Act also specifies that any venue provision in a contract that is void under the Business & Commerce Code or unconscionable is unenforceable. Additionally, the Civil Practice and Remedies Code is amended to exclude certain actions from its scope. These changes apply only to contracts entered into or renewed after the Act's effective date.

Texas HB2960 voids certain provisions in construction contracts that subject disputes to another state's law or venue.

Texas HB2960 amends the Business & Commerce Code to declare void any provisions in construction contracts that subject disputes to another state's law, litigation, or arbitration. The Act also specifies that any venue provision in a contract that is void under the Business & Commerce Code or unconscionable is unenforceable. Additionally, the Civil Practice and Remedies Code is amended to exclude certain actions from its scope. These changes apply only to contracts entered into or renewed after the Act's effective date.