Sen. Lucio filed three bills this session trying to address replacement housing for unsafe and uninhabitable existing homes. None of the bills ended up passing or even gaining much momentum during … more

The Overweight Corridor Program at the Texas Department of Transportation provides optional routes for certain port authorities for the movement of oversized or overweight vehicles carrying cargo … more

HB 3662 which related to, "recovery of damages, attorney's fees, and costs related to frivolous regulatory actions by state agencies," got through the House, but stalled out in the Senate. The bill … more

“I hear that train a comin’…” in the days leading up to July 18 I find myself hearing Johnny Cash’s lyrics in my head more and more.

Often in early silent movies the villain tied a damsel to the … more

Last week we asked for your help in reaching out to members of Congress to ask for their support on H.R. 650.  We know more than 70 TMHA members answered that call, and we are thrilled to report that … more

Tuesday, February 17, Gov. Abbott delivered his State of the State Address to a joint session of the House and Senate. 

Gov. Abbott announced five emergency items, which means these issues can be … more

On Wednesday, February 4, Texas Speaker of the House, Joe Straus, announced House committee assignments.  The complete committee assignments can be found on the House’s website.

Typically, the … more

On Friday, January 23rd, Lt. Gov., Dan Patrick announced senate committee assignments. Most legislation related to manufactured and modular housing goes to the Business and Commerce Committee, where … more