The Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation voted unanimously on March 24 to require proof of lawful U.S. presence for all TDLR professional license applications and renewals effective May 1, 2026, according to the Texas Tribune. Of 450 public comments submitted before the vote, 422 opposed the change, with critics warning it will shrink the licensed workforce and push operators into unregulated markets.
Operator takeaway
Audit every licensed individual at your company now — any TDLR renewal after May 1 requires documented lawful status, and an expired license means an enforcement target.