The unauthorized entry, occupancy, sale, rental, lease, advertisement for sale, rental, or lease, or conveyance of real property, including the removal of certain unauthorized occupants of a dwelling; creating criminal offenses; increasing a criminal penalty; authorizing a fee

Texas House Bill 414 aims to address issues related to unauthorized activities involving real estate. It targets unauthorized entry, occupancy, and transactions such as selling or leasing without proper authority. The bill proposes creating new criminal offenses and increasing penalties for violations, as well as allowing for a fee to be charged in certain situations.

Supporters of Texas HB 414 argue that it strengthens property rights and protects homeowners by cracking down on illegal squatting and fraudulent real estate activities. By increasing penalties and creating new offenses, the bill aims to deter unauthorized use and transactions of property, ensuring that property laws are respected and enforced.

Critics of Texas HB 414 may contend that the bill could lead to increased criminalization of minor infractions and disproportionately affect vulnerable populations, such as those facing housing insecurity. They might argue that the bill prioritizes property rights over addressing the root causes of unauthorized occupancy, such as affordable housing shortages.