Will the Texas Legislature minimize the ability of local governments to regulate short term entals?

Two bills have been introduced to do just that: 

- HB 2367 Relating to the regulation of residential amenity rentals by a political subdivision; authorizing a fee; authorizing a civil penalty.

- HB 2789 Relating to regulation of accessory dwelling units by political subdivisions.

For further reading: 

- Airbnb & Short Term Rental Laws and Regulations in Texas.

- Galveston: Short Term Rental Registration and Renewals.