Relating to choice of law and venue for certain construction contracts.

HB 2960 invalidates clauses in Texas construction contracts that would force disputes to be resolved under another state's law, courts, or arbitration. It requires any lawsuit related to such contracts to be filed only in the Texas county where the property is located, unless parties agree otherwise after a dispute arises. The bill applies to contracts entered into or renewed on or after September 1, 2025, directly affecting construction contractors, property owners, and developers working on Texas projects. This policy change prevents parties from circumventing Texas courts for construction-related legal disputes.