Agenda Item 1 Call to order and pledges of allegiance

ACTION: Chair Woodroof called the meeting to order at 10:02 a.m.

 

Agenda Item 2 Discussion and possible action to excuse Commissioner absence(s), if any

ACTION: Commissioner Goodwin, seconded by Commissioner Brown, moved to excuse the absence of Commissioner Bernstein.  The motion was adopted by unanimous vote.

 

Agenda Item 3 Opening remarks and report from the Chair

 

Agenda Item 4 Report by the Broker Responsibility Advisory Committee

Report given by Deputy Executive Director Burgess

 

Agenda Item 5 Report by the Texas Real Estate Inspector Committee

Report given by Chair Huser

 

Agenda Item 6 Report by the Texas Real Estate Broker-Lawyer Committee

Report given by Co-Chair George

 

Note: The Commission took at break at 11:08 a.m.

 

Agenda Item 7 Report by the Executive Committee

Report given by Chair Woodroof

 

Agenda Item 8 Report by the Enforcement Committee

Report given by Chair Peña

 

Agenda Item 9 Report by the Budget Committee

Report given by Chair Goodwin

 

Agenda Item 10 Director reports regarding agency operations, initiatives, and division updates, including REALM Portal updates

 

 

Agenda Item 11 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.  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.

 

All individuals wishing to provide public comment of any sort should fill out a speaker request form with the agency’s designated agent.

 

Agenda Item 12 Consideration and possible action regarding proposal for decision in the matter of:

a. SOAH Docket No. 329-25-25927.REC; TREC v. Brandon Earl Curley

b. SOAH Docket No. 329-26-00011.REC; TREC v. Dylan Jankovich

c. SOAH Docket No. 329-25-10902.REC; TREC v. Ana Celedon

d. SOAH Docket No. 329-25-26267.REC; TREC v. Chelsey Dale Graham

Note: Prior to taking the action described below, the Commission recessed into executive session under Agenda Item 13.

ACTION on 12.b. Commissioner Harvey Lowe, seconded by Commissioner Goodwin, moved to adopt the PFD as written to revoke the sales agent license of Dylan Jankovich. The motion failed 3/5. Commissioner Olguin, seconded by Commissioner Peña, moved to modify the PFD as written to revoke the sales agent license of Dylan Jankovich with the revocation fully probated for four years subject to certain terms and conditions to be outlined in the order.  The motion was adopted 5/3. 

 

Agenda Item 13 Executive session to discuss pending litigation or obtain advice of legal counsel on agenda items pursuant to Texas Government Code §551.071 and personnel matters relating to the performance review of the Executive Director pursuant to Texas Government Code §551.074

ACTION: The Commission went into Executive Session at 1:02 p.m.

 

Agenda Item 14 Discussion and possible action to authorize settlement of recovery fund claims or take other action on

RF 26003; Peaceful Sunrise Properties, LLC, et al. v. Total Property Care, LLC and Toni Louise Chenette

ACTION: Commissioner Harvey Lowe, seconded by Commissioner Peña, moved to authorize a settlement payment of $57,020.52, plus 5% post-judgment interest calculated on the $50,446.52 awarded in the judgment. The motion was adopted by unanimous vote.

 

Agenda Item 15 Report regarding denial of recovery fund claim on

a. RF 26004; Jay Hobbs and Ruth Hobbs Court v. Paula Beall and Silverado Enterprises, Inc.

b. RF 26005; Jose Alvizo, Deonna Alvizo v. Harold Miller

 

Agenda Item 16 Discussion and possible action to adopt amendments and new rules to 22 TAC Chapter 537 as follows:

a. §537.20 Standard Contract Form TREC No. 9-17, Unimproved Property Contract

b. §537.22 Standard Contract Form TREC No. 11-8, Addendum for "Back-Up" Contract

c. §537.28, Standard Contract Form TREC No. 20-18, One to Four Family Residential Contract (Resale)

d. §537.30, Standard Contract Form TREC No. 23-19, New Home Contract (Incomplete Construction)

e. §537.31, Standard Contract Form TREC No. 24-19, New Home Contract (Completed Construction)

f. §537.32, Standard Contract Form TREC No. 25-16, Farm and Ranch Contract

g. §537.37, Standard Contract Form TREC No. 30-17, Residential Condominium Contract (Resale)

h. §537.43, Standard Contract Form TREC No. 36-10, Addendum for Property Subject to Mandatory Membership in a Property Owners Association

i. §537.46, Standard Contract Form TREC No. 39-10, Amendment to Contract

j. §537.62, Standard Contract Form TREC No. 55-0, Seller's Disclosure Notice

k. §537.63, Standard Contract Form TREC No. OP-L, Addendum for Seller's Disclosure of Information on Lead-Based Paint and Lead-Based Paint Hazards as Required by Federal Law

l. §537.68, Standard Contract Form TREC No. 61-0, Water Notice: Seller’s Disclosure about Groundwater and Surface Water Rights (NEW)

m. §535.69, Standard Contract Form TREC No. 62-0, Seller’s Notice to Buyer of Removal of Contingency Under Addendum for “Back-Up” Contract (NEW)

 

Comments:

 

ACTION: Commissioner Peña, seconded by Commissioner Goodwin, moved to authorize staff, on behalf of the Commission, to submit for adoption, amendments and new rules to 22 TAC Chapter 537 and the forms adopted by reference, as presented, to the Texas Register, along with any technical or non-substantive changes required for adoption. Forms adopted for voluntary use may be used once posted on the agency’s website. The remaining forms will also be available for voluntary use once posted, until July 1, 2026, when their use becomes mandatory. The motion was adopted by unanimous vote.

 

Agenda Item 17 Discussion and possible action to propose amendments to 22 TAC §535.46, Broker Responsibility Advisory Committee

ACTION: Commissioner Brown, seconded by Commissioner Davis, moved to authorize staff, on behalf of the Commission, to submit proposed amendments 22 TAC §535.46, Broker Responsibility Advisory Committee, 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.

 

Agenda Item 18 Discussion and possible action to propose amendments to 22 TAC Chapter 535 as follows:

a. §535.62, Approval of Qualifying Courses

b. §535.65, Responsibilities and Operations of Providers of Qualifying Courses

c. §535.75, Responsibilities and Operations of Providers of Continuing Education

d. §535.92, Continuing Education Requirements

ACTION: Commissioner Brown, seconded by Commissioner Davis, moved to authorize staff, on behalf of the Commission, to submit proposed amendments and new rules to 22 TAC §§535.62, 535.65, 535.75, and 535.92, 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.

 

Agenda Item 19 Discussion and possible action to propose amendments to 22 TAC Chapter 535, Subchapter R, as follows:

a. §535.227, Standards of Practice: General Provisions

b. §535.228, Standards of Practice: Minimum Inspection Requirements for Structural Systems

c. §535.229, Standards of Practice: Minimum Inspection Requirements for Electrical Systems

d. §535.230, Standards of Practice: Minimum Inspection Requirements for Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Systems

e. §535.231, Standards of Practice: Minimum Inspection Requirements for Plumbing Systems

f. §535.232, Standards of Practice: Minimum Inspection Requirements for Appliances

g. §535.233, Standards of Practice: Minimum Inspection Requirements for Optional Systems

h. §535.223, Standard Inspection Report Form

ACTION: Commissioner Peña, seconded by Commissioner Davis, moved to authorize staff, on behalf of the Commission, to submit proposed amendments to 22 TAC Chapter 535, Subchapter R, and the form 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.

 

Agenda Item 20 Discussion regarding FY2027 draft budget, FY2027 Investment Policy, and FY2027 Budget and Financial Administration Policy

Presentation given by Chief Financial Officer Williams

 

Agenda Item 21 Report on Market Trends by Texas A&M University Texas Real Estate Research Center

Report given by Pamela Canon

 

Agenda Item 22 Discussion and possible action regarding FY2027-2031 Strategic Plan

ACTION: Commissioner Brown, seconded by Commissioner Olguin, moved to delegate final approval regarding FY2027-2031 Strategic Plan to the Chair. The motion was adopted by unanimous vote.

 

Agenda Item 23 Discussion and possible action regarding performance review and salary of TREC Executive Director

ACTION: The Commission decided by consensus to delay any action on this item until February 2027.

 

Agenda Item 24 Discussion and possible action regarding future agenda items

ACTION: Commissioner Goodwin requested a review of 22 TAC §535.92(f), regarding CE credit, be placed on the next agenda.

 

Agenda Item 25 Discussion and possible action to schedule future meetings

Future meeting dates:

August 10, 2026, Meeting, Austin

November 9, 2026, Meeting and Annual Workshop, Austin

ACTION: The next meeting is scheduled for August 10, 2026, at TREC Headquarters.

 

Agenda Item 26 Adjourn

ACTION: Chair Woodroof adjourned the meeting at 3:23 p.m.