Texas HB617 prohibits housing discrimination based on veteran status and enforces that prohibition.

Texas HB617 amends the Texas Property Code to prohibit housing discrimination based on veteran status. It updates definitions to include veteran status and prohibits refusal to sell or rent, refusal to negotiate, and denial of a dwelling based on veteran status. The bill also bans discriminatory advertising and intimidation related to housing transactions. It allows religious organizations to limit housing to members unless restricted by other protected characteristics. The changes apply to complaints filed after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025.

Texas HB617 prohibits housing discrimination based on veteran status and enforces that prohibition.

Texas HB617 amends the Texas Property Code to prohibit housing discrimination based on veteran status. It updates definitions to include veteran status and prohibits refusal to sell or rent, refusal to negotiate, and denial of a dwelling based on veteran status. The bill also bans discriminatory advertising and intimidation related to housing transactions. It allows religious organizations to limit housing to members unless restricted by other protected characteristics. The changes apply to complaints filed after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025.