ProGov21 Policy Library

This ordinance prohibits credit access businesses from operating without a valid certificate of registration. It also requires them to display their certificate of registration to the public. This ordinance was created to reduce abusive and predatory lending practices....

This is a point of sale ordinance that applies to anyone selling their home. When someone sells, their home, the ordinance requires the seller have a standardized Austin Energy audit performed on their house and the results must be disclosed to the prospective buyers. An energy audit...

This resolution directs $100,000 to "Jane's Due Process" to provide logistical support services for abortion access. Jane's Due Process is a Texas-based nonprofit organization that helps young people confidentially access abortion by providing free legal support, 1-on-1 case management,...

This ordinance requires unlicensed pregnancy service centers or crisis pregnancy centers to prominently display a sign that states: if the center provides medical services; if the center provides medical services under the direction and supervision of a licensed health professional;...

This ordinance alters payday lending practices as sanctioned and regulated by municipal governments. It provides functional and clear definitions of alternative financial services businesses and acceptable practices and zoning for those businesses. Additionally, it outlines consumer...

This ordinance requires construction workers to receive a rest break every four hours worked. Violators are subject to a civil penalty between $100-500 for each day the violation occurs....