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HB 2021 proposes amendments to the Government Code to revise the legal procedures for construction liability claims related to public buildings and large private construction projects exceeding $10 million. The bill defines "critical infrastructure facility" and excludes certain facilities such as natural gas compressor stations and telecommunications structures from its definition. It establishes requirements for governmental entities and private owners to provide written reports before filing construction defect claims, allowing contractors a reasonable period to inspect and correct defects. The bill also introduces a mandatory dismissal process for claims filed without compliance with the reporting and correction provisions. Additionally, it outlines procedures for recovering report costs from responsible parties if a defect is corrected.
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