Membership
Why Join A Local Home Builders Association?
The Texas Association of Builders (TAB) is a 10,000 member professional and trade association representing the residential construction industry in Texas. TAB is the official voice of the home building industry in Texas.
As the recognized and respected trade association that represents 315,000 million jobs and $21 billion of the Texas economy, TAB plays a major role in the legislative, regulatory and public arenas.
TAB's mission is dedicated to creating a positive business environment for the housing industry by addressing the housing issues of the people of Texas. Working with its 31 local associations, TAB enhances your ability to provide jobs and housing for Texas families.
Members of local home builders associations (HBAs) are automatically members of the Texas Association of Builders (TAB) and the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). Membership begins at the local association level, so contact the HBA in your area to learn more about the many benefits offered to members.
A Positive Force in Government Affairs in Texas
Lobbying—TAB provides advocacy at the State Capitol and with the agencies that regulate our industry.
Tracking Legislation—TAB’s professional government relations team tracks all legislation that potentially impacts the housing industry.
Regulatory Agencies – Staff monitors the state agencies that regulate the residential construction industry. TAB is your guide to compliance with existing and new government rules, regulations and laws.
Relationships with State Officials—TAB has built and maintains relationships with elected officials and regulatory agency personnel whose opinions and decisions directly affect our industry.
Rally Day—Rally Day occurs every two years during regular legislative sessions. On Rally Day, TAB members visit their state representatives and senators at the Texas Capitol to offer a unified message to our elected officials.
HOMEPAC Protects Your Interests
The Texas Association of Builders Political Action Committee (HOMEPAC) is the only group whose sole mission is to guard your interests in Texas’ political arena. A strong PAC ensures legislative lobbying power to protect against legislation that negatively affects our industry. Contact TAB for more information on joining HOMEPAC.
Member Benefit Programs
Link to the Benefits page for details on specific member programs.
Sunbelt Builders Show™
The annual, award winning Sunbelt Builders Show™ is America's premier regional building industry trade show. Registration is open to all industry professionals, and the Show includes hundreds of exhibits, product demonstrations and special events. The Show is owned and operated by the Texas Association of Builders.
Star Awards
The Texas Association of Builders Star Awards showcases the outstanding work of builders, remodelers, architects and designers, sales and marketing, and construction professionals. Click here to learn more.
Keeping You Informed
Texas Builder is the magazine of the Texas Association of Builders. Published six times per year plus a special Sunbelt Builders Show™ edition.
TAB News Briefs is delivered via e-mail to the membership every Tuesday and Thursday with current industry news from extra the state and nation.
TABloid is a monthly (except during legislative sessions) e-newsletter with the latest news and information.
Legislative Line is published bi-weekly during Texas’ legislative sessions.
www.TexasBuilders.org is your first resource for news and information. All TAB newsletters can be downloaded from the website. Additionally, the site contains information about upcoming meetings & events, legislation, education and TAB’s leadership & staff.
TAB Board Meetings are held three times a year in the winter, summer and fall. These meetings give members the opportunity to serve on a variety of committees and councils, vote on important issues and network with other members from across the state of Texas.
Press releases and special news bulletins are distributed to TAB members on an as-needed basis.
Education Initiatives and seminars are developed and offered by TAB through the local home builders associations across the state. These initiatives have included storm water compliance training, best practices seminars and energy code training. Visit the Education Section of the website for more information.
Speaker’s Bureau consists of TAB’s senior officers and area vice presidents. These individuals provide a valuable resource, and they welcome the opportunity to speak at local association or community meetings. Contact TAB for more information on its Speaker’s Bureau.
