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Local Government Code §392.006

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In force on Sep 05, 2014 · this text took effect Sep 01, 2007 · same as today's text

UNIT OF GOVERNMENT; GOVERNMENTAL FUNCTIONS

For all purposes, including the application of the Texas Tort Claims Act (Chapter 101 , Civil Practice and Remedies Code), a housing authority is a unit of government and the functions of a housing authority are essential governmental functions and not proprietary functions. Provided, however, a housing authority shall be subject to all landlord obligations and tenant remedies, other than a suit for personal injuries, as set forth in any lease or rental agreement and in Chapters 24 , 54 , 91 , 92 , and 301 of the Property Code.

History: Added by Acts 1989, 71st Leg., ch. 677, Sec. 2, eff. Aug. 28, 1989. Amended by: Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1065 (H.B. 2353 ), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2007.

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