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Notices
Effective January 1, 2012, pursuant to subchapter L, Chapter 53, Texas Property Code, statutory forms are required for any waiver and release of a lien or payment bond claim. House Bill 1456 of the 82nd Legislature contains the statutory wording for the forms and other important changes in law. HB 1456 can be found here.
Below are samples of each type of form:
Final Payment-Conditional Waiver & Release
Final Payment-Unconditional Waiver & Release
Progress Payment-Conditional Waiver & Release
Progress Payment-Unconditional Waiver & Release

Bonds and Liens on Construction Work in Texas
The 2012 version, the first major update since 2006 is now available. Known as the “Three circles book” this book is designed to help you understand the rights and responsibilities of the bonds and liens laws. The book contains chapters for The Texas Property Code, The Government Code and the Miller Act. Member Cost: $52.75 Non-Member Cost: $62.75

Texas Sales & Use Taxes for Contractors
The 2008 version, covers all of the most recent changes to the Texas sales and use sales tax laws for contractors and was written by John and Adina Christian. John is an attorney and certified public accountant with more than 18 years of experience in state and local taxation. Adina has more than 30 years of experience in state and local taxation and worked for the Texas State Comptrollers office where she was responsible for the administration of the Texas Tax Code.

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Halt the Assault Campaign
The Halt the Assault campaign is funded by ABC's Free Enterprise Alliance and will focus on the issues affecting not just ABC member companies, but small businesses across the country. The target audience is employees of ABC member companies and the public. Recent Rasmussen and Free Enterprise Alliance polls show that small business owners are the most respected profession in America. Small business owners receive a 90% favorability rating, while in contrast, members of Congress, union bosses and CEO's of large corporations are all below 40%. Since roughly 85% of ABC member companies are considered small businesses, it only makes sense for us to seize upon this opportunity and make our voice heard on these very important issues.

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TEXO and Local Government
TEXO addresses industry issues with city and county governments, school districts, transit authorities and other government entities. TEXO maintains a presence and voice in determining local regulations dealing with codes, policies, ordinances, inspections, laws, fees, contracts and documents and payment issues. TEXO also assists members in resolving issues between the management and staff of public agencies and boards as well as elected officials. Local Government activities are managed by TEXO’s Vice President of Governmental Affairs.

TEXO and State Government
TEXO has an active presence with both the State Legislature and state agencies by working in conjunction with the Texas Building Branch AGC and the ABC of Texas who maintain offices in our state capital of Austin, Texas. Both state associations maintain a staff of professional government relations individuals who by jointly working together create “one voice and one message” at our state capitol and its agencies. The purpose of the TBB-AGC and ABC of Texas is to effectively advocate positions on proposed new laws or rules while maintaining positive relationships with elected and appointed state officials.

TEXO and the Federal Government
AGC of America and the Associated Builder and Contractors are two of the most credible and respected advocates for the construction industry before Congress, the executive branch and within the federal court system. TEXO works in conjunction with the National ABC and AGC chapters on federal issues and when needed uses the combined effective strength TEXO members bring on these matters.