After 140 days the 89th legislative session concluded on June 2, 2025. The legislature tackled various issues this session ranging from property tax relief, water, public education, and so many other vital issues impacting our state. The Appropriations Act is the only bill that the legislature is... Continue Reading
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Each legislative year, Texas BOMA stays abreast of possible House and Senate proposed bills that might impact our industry. During the last Texas Advocacy session, we identified several concerning House and Senate bills and, through discussions and formal submittals by our lobbyist, Troutman... Continue Reading
Applications are now open for the 2026 Houston BOMA Foundation Scholarship cycle. If you're a Houston BOMA property management or engineer member looking to grow your career through education, this is your opportunity. Whether you're pursuing a BOMI designation, ESG credential, or foundational... Continue Reading
On Wednesday, June 18, 2025, The Houston Building Owners and Managers Association (Houston BOMA) welcomed commercial real estate professionals, public officials, and community leaders to The Briar Club for an impactful June Membership Luncheon focused on homelessness in Houston and its... Continue Reading
The Houston Building Owners and Managers Association (Houston BOMA) and the Institute of Real Estate Management Houston Chapter (IREM Houston) teamed up for the first time since 2008 to host their first-ever “Houston BOMA vs. IREM Houston Cornhole Clash” on Thursday, June 5, 2025, at... Continue Reading
In light of recent protests, we'd like to take this opportunity to share BOMA International's Civil Unrest Guide. The guide was created in response to political protests and includes helpful checklists to help you prepare for civil unrest. Property professionals are faced with yet another severe... Continue Reading
Are you or someone you know involved in Houston BOMA's programs and services, making a substantial and positive impact on the association? Tell us! We need your help to acknowledge those who have contributed to our association and shown outstanding professional performance throughout the... Continue Reading
BOMA International continues to be a leading advocate for the Setting Consumer Standards for Lithium-Ion Batteries Act (H.R. 973), a bipartisan bill that would establish federal safety standards for rechargeable lithium-ion batteries used in micromobility devices. The legislation directs the U.S.... Continue Reading
Texas BOMA actively engaged in shaping key lien law legislation introduced by Chairman Keith Bell this session. The original versions of these bills raised serious concerns for commercial property owners and managers, including expanded criminal liability, erosion of contractual flexibility, and... Continue Reading
Are you, or someone you know, ready to step into a leadership role and help shape Houston BOMA’s strategic direction? Consider running for a position on the Houston BOMA Board of Directors. This is a valuable opportunity to help lead the premier commercial real estate association dedicated... Continue Reading
The final updates to Chapter 9 of the Infrastructure Design Manual (IDM), effective May 16, 2025, reflect many of Houston BOMA’s key advocacy points from last August’s City Hall Advocacy Day. Houston BOMA supported three core reforms: De minimis impact exemption Credit for existing... Continue Reading
Texas BOMA has actively engaged in reviewing, testifying on, and negotiating proposed lien lawlegislation introduced by Chairman Keith Bell during the 89th Legislative Session. The original versions of the four bills raised major concerns for commercial property owners and managers, particularly... Continue Reading