星空体育app下载 Commission Meeting
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Agenda Item 1 Call to order and pledges of allegiance听
ACTION: Chair Kesner called the meeting to order at 10:07听a.m.
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Agenda Item 2 Discussion and possible action to excuse Commissioner absence(s), if any听
ACTION: Commissioner Woodroof, seconded by Commissioner Brown, moved to excuse the absence of Commissioner Bernstein.听 The motion was adopted by unanimous vote.
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Agenda Item 3 Opening remarks and report from the Chair
Remarks given by Chair Kesner
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Agenda Item 4 Recognition of departing Commissioners
Chair Kesner recognized departing Commissioners Jason Hartgraves and Barbara Russell.听 Executive Director Buchholtz recognized departing Chair R. Scott Kesner.
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Agenda Item 5 Appointment of a committee to review applicants to the Texas Real Estate Broker-Lawyer Committee
ACTION: Chair Kesner appointed Commissioners Harvey Lowe, Woodroof, and Brown, along with John George, Co-Chair of the Broker-Lawer Committee, to review applicants.
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Agenda Item 6 Report by the Education Standards Advisory Committee听
Report given by Director Wheeler
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Agenda Item 7 Report by the Broker Responsibility Advisory Committee听
Report given by Director Sample
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Agenda Item 8 Report by the Texas Real Estate Inspector Committee
Report given by Chair Warren
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Agenda Item 9 Report by the Executive Committee
Report given by Chair Kesner
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Agenda Item 10 Report by the Budget Committee
Report given by Chair Woodroof
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Agenda Item 11 Director reports regarding agency operations, initiatives, and division updates听
Reports given by the following:
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Agenda Item 12 Members of the public have the opportunity to address the Commission concerning an agenda item or an issue of public interest that is not on the agenda. Anyone wishing to provide public comment on an issue of public interest that is not on the agenda may do so under this section.听 Members of the public who wish to speak on a matter specifically listed on the agenda may do so at the time that agenda item is heard.听
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All individuals wishing to provide public comment of any sort should fill out a speaker request form with the agency鈥檚 designated agent.听
Comments given by:
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Agenda Item 13 Consideration and possible action regarding proposal for decision in the matter of SOAH Docket听
No. 329-24-12948.REC; 星空体育app下载 v. Miguel Angel Gutierrez
Note: Prior to taking the action described below, the Commission recessed into executive session under Agenda Item 14.
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Agenda Item 14 Executive session to discuss pending litigation or obtain advice of legal counsel on agenda items pursuant to Texas Government Code 搂551.071听
ACTION: The Commission when into Executive Session at 11:40 a.m.
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Agenda Item 15 Discussion and possible action to authorize settlement of recovery fund claims or take other action on听
a. IRF 25001; Rebecca Richter v. Joe Richardson
b. RF 24004; Michael Laster v. Russ Davis, Johanna Wheeler, and Paragon Gold Realty, LLC
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Agenda Item 16 Discussion and possible action to propose amendments to 22 TAC Chapter 535 as follows:听
a. 搂535.2, Broker Responsibility
b. 搂535.35, Registration of Certain Business Entities
c. 搂535.51, General Requirements for a Real Estate License
d. 搂535.61, Approval of Providers of Qualifying Courses
e. 搂535.62, Approval of Qualifying Courses
f. 搂535.64, Content Requirements for Qualifying Real Estate Courses
g. 搂535.66, Credit for Courses Offered by Accredited Colleges or Universities
h. 搂535.71, Approval of CE Providers
i. 搂535.73, Approval of Elective Continuing Education Courses
j. 搂535.75, Responsibilities and Operations of Continuing Education Providers
k. 搂535.91, Renewal of a Real Estate License
l. 搂535.121, Inactive Sales Agent License
m. 搂535.122, Reactivation of Sales Agent License
n. 搂535.123, Inactive Broker Status
o. 搂535.154, Registration and Use of Alternate, Team and Assumed Business Names Used in Advertisements
p. 搂535.191, Schedule of Administrative Penalties
q. 搂535.208, Application for a License
r. 搂535.215, Inactive Inspector Status
s. 搂535.216, Renewal of License
t. 搂535.218, Continuing Education Required for Renewal
u. 搂535.400, Registration of Easement or Right-of-Way Agents
v. 搂535.403, Renewal of Registration
w. 搂535.404, Fees
ACTION: Commissioner Harvey Lowe, seconded by Commissioner Brown, moved to authorize staff, on behalf of the Commission, to submit the proposed amendments 22 TAC Chapter 535, as presented, along with any technical or non-substantive changes required for proposal, to the Texas Register, for publication and public comment. The motion was adopted by unanimous vote.
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Agenda Item 17 Discussion and possible action to propose amendments to 22 TAC Chapter 535 as follows:听
a. 搂535.60, Definitions
b. 搂535.65, Responsibilities and Operations of Providers of Qualifying Courses
c. 搂535.70, Definitions
d. 搂535.72, Approval of Non-elective Continuing Education Courses
ACTION: Commissioner Pe帽a, seconded by Commissioner Woodroof, moved to authorize staff, on behalf of the Commission, to submit the proposed amendments 22 TAC Chapter 535, as presented, along with any technical or non-substantive changes required for proposal, to the Texas Register, for publication and public comment.听The motion was adopted by unanimous vote.
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Agenda Item 18 Discussion and possible action to propose amendments to 22 TAC Chapter 537 as follows:听
a. 搂537.63, Standard Contract Form 星空体育app下载 No. OP-L, Addendum for Seller鈥檚 Disclosure of Information on Lead-Based Paint and Lead-Based Paint Hazards as Required by Federal Law
b. 搂537.64, Standard Contract Form 星空体育app下载 No. OP-M, Non-Realty Items Addendum
c. 搂537.65, Standard Contract Form 星空体育app下载 No. 57-0, Notice to Prospective Buyer
ACTION: Commissioner Lerner, seconded by Commissioner Woodroof, moved to authorize staff, on behalf of the Commission, to submit the proposed amendments 22 TAC Chapter 537, and the forms adopted by reference, as presented, along with any technical or non-substantive changes required for proposal, to the Texas Register, for publication and public comment.听The motion was adopted by unanimous vote.
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Agenda Item 19 Discussion and possible action to propose amendments to 22 TAC 搂541.2, Criminal History Evaluation Letters/Determination of Fitness
ACTION: Commissioner Lerner, seconded by Commissioner Harvey Lowe, moved to authorize staff, on behalf of the Commission, to submit the proposed amendments 22 TAC听搂541.2, as presented, along with any technical or non-substantive changes required for proposal, to the Texas Register, for publication and public comment.听The motion was adopted by unanimous vote.
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Agenda Item 20 Discussion and possible action to propose amendments to 22 TAC Chapter 543 as follows:听
a. 搂543.2, Registration
b. 搂543.3, Amendments
c. 搂543.4, Fees
d. 搂543.5, Forms
e. 搂543.6, Violations
f. 搂543.13, Renewal of Registration
ACTION: Commissioner Brown, seconded by Commissioner Woodroof, moved to authorize staff, on behalf of the Commission, to submit the proposed amendments 22 TAC Chapter 543, as presented, along with any technical or non-substantive changes required for proposal, to the Texas Register, for publication and public comment.听The motion was adopted by unanimous vote.
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Agenda Item 21 Update regarding 89th Legislative Session
Update given by Director Mandell
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Agenda Item 22 Discussion regarding FY2026 draft budget, FY2026 Investment Policy, and FY2026 Budget and Financial Administration Policy
Presentation given by Chief Financial Officer Williams
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Agenda Item 23 Report on Market Trends by Texas A&M University Texas Real Estate Research Center
Report given by Pamela Canon and Jorge Barro
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Agenda Item 24 Discussion and possible action regarding Inspector Legal & Ethics and Standards of Practice Review course
ACTION: Commissioner Russell, seconded by Commissioner Lerner, moved to approve the Inspector Legal & Ethics and Standards of Practice Review course, as presented, along with any technical or non-substantive changes required for publication. The motion was adopted by unanimous vote.
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Agenda Item 25 Discussion and possible action regarding future agenda items听
Chair Kesner requested the Commission explore forming a working group to discuss requirements related to fiduciary duties, including requirements related to competency, fidelity, and integrity.
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Agenda Item 26 Discussion and possible action to schedule future meetings
Future meeting dates:
August 11, 2025, Meeting, Austin
August 12, 2025, Workshop, Austin (if needed)
November 3, 2025, Meeting, Austin
November 4, 2025, Annual Workshop, Austin
ACTION: The next meetings are scheduled for August 11 and 12 (workshop, if needed), and November 3 and 4 (workshop, if needed), in Austin.
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Agenda Item 27 Adjourn
ACTION: Chair Kesner adjourned the meeting at 1:18 p.m.