Support a strong, informed voice for Texas mortgage banking.
Member-driven political engagement.
The TMBPAC's mission is to provide funds and direction for legislative action, promoting TMBA's objectives while encouraging broad member participation across Texas.
TMBPAC gives individual members a way to participate collectively in the political process and support candidates who understand the real estate finance industry.
What happens in Austin shapes Texas mortgage banking.
TMBA works to protect Texans in the real estate finance industry by proactively supporting legislative initiatives that move the industry forward. What happens in Austin directly impacts the ability of mortgage lenders to operate fairly and profitably in Texas.
TMBPAC contributions support candidates who share TMBA's philosophies and listen to the industry's viewpoints. The PAC provides a vehicle for individuals to collectively engage in the political process.
Together, members can make a greater impact in shaping elections and influencing decisions that affect mortgage banking businesses and the industry statewide.
Collective Voice
Individual contributions, pooled into one credible industry voice.
Informed Candidates
Supporting lawmakers who listen to the real estate finance industry.
Industry Protection
Helping protect Texas lenders, servicers, and the consumers they serve.
Eligibility & reporting.
All PAC contributions must be made by individuals. Contributions may be accepted from individuals, sole proprietorships, partnerships, and other PACs. Corporations may not fund TMBPAC. Contributions are public record and reported to the Texas Ethics Commission. Contributions are not deductible as business or charitable expenses.
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A record of practical results.
TMBA has a record of working with lawmakers, regulators, and allied industry organizations to improve legislation, prevent unintended consequences, and protect the ability of mortgage lenders and servicers to serve Texas consumers.
Remote Online Notarization
A bill was passed to authorize and establish procedures for remote online notarization of “wet ink” signatures. TMBA collaborated with title company colleagues to help maintain safeguards in Texas online notary law and use definitions consistent with other law.
Releases of Lien
TMBA helped clarify penalty provisions of a new law requiring mortgage servicers to file releases of lien within specific time periods after payoff, avoiding harsher penalties for technical violations.
Reverse Mortgage Advertising
TMBA opposed HB 2632 related to reverse mortgage advertising because the bill proposed unworkable and subjective standards. The bill did not move.
Homestead Conveyances
TMBA supported passage of HB 207, which excluded certain homestead conveyances from the definition of a “pretend sale,” helping preserve the validity of transactions made prior to enactment.
Local Regulation of Mortgage Lending
TMBA supported HB 2127, which prohibited local governments from passing ordinances governed by the Finance Code, helping prevent local regulation of mortgage origination and servicing.
Foreign Ownership of Texas Real Estate
TMBA opposed several bills restricting foreign ownership of Texas real estate due to constitutional and fair housing concerns.
Technical Finance Code Violations
TMBA advocated amendments to HB 4635 related to organized crime to prevent unjust prosecution for technical violations of the Finance Code.
Support TMBPAC
Contributions through TMBPAC help ensure the Texas mortgage banking industry has a strong, informed voice in the political process.