Texas SB1618 mandates Spanish translations for executory contracts in colonias, with executed contracts in English.

Texas SB1618 amends the Property Code to require a Spanish translation of executory contracts for residential real property in colonias, provided the purchaser requests it. The Spanish copy must be written by a certified translator. However, the executed contract and any binding documents must be in English. This law applies only to contracts entered into after its effective date of September 1, 2025.

Texas SB1618 mandates Spanish translations for executory contracts in colonias, with executed contracts in English.

Texas SB1618 amends the Property Code to require a Spanish translation of executory contracts for residential real property in colonias, provided the purchaser requests it. The Spanish copy must be written by a certified translator. However, the executed contract and any binding documents must be in English. This law applies only to contracts entered into after its effective date of September 1, 2025.