Texas SB2713 prohibits professional or trade associations from denying membership based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status.

Texas SB2713 amends the Business & Commerce Code to add a chapter prohibiting discrimination by professional or trade associations. The bill explicitly bans denial of membership or services based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status, national origin, or the exercise of freedom of speech or assembly. It also allows aggrieved individuals to seek injunctive relief or damages in court, with the court having the authority to award reasonable attorney's fees and court costs to the prevailing party. The act takes effect on September 1, 2025.

Texas SB2713 prohibits professional or trade associations from denying membership based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status.

Texas SB2713 amends the Business & Commerce Code to add a chapter prohibiting discrimination by professional or trade associations. The bill explicitly bans denial of membership or services based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status, national origin, or the exercise of freedom of speech or assembly. It also allows aggrieved individuals to seek injunctive relief or damages in court, with the court having the authority to award reasonable attorney's fees and court costs to the prevailing party. The act takes effect on September 1, 2025.