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TX HB1630

Bill

Status

Introduced

12/16/2024

Primary Sponsor

Janie Lopez

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Adds social workers to the list of professions eligible for the Homes for Texas Heroes home loan program, which provides low-interest home mortgage loans

  • Defines "social worker" by reference to Section 505.002 of the Occupations Code, requiring state licensure

  • Eligible applicants must reside in Texas and have income not exceeding 115% of area median family income (adjusted for family size) or the maximum permitted by federal tax code

  • Authorizes the Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation to contract with state agencies or private entities to verify applicants' qualification as social workers

  • Takes effect immediately upon receiving two-thirds vote in both chambers, otherwise September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to the eligibility of social workers for the Homes for Texas Heroes home loan program.

Property Interests

Last Action

Placed on General State Calendar

5/15/2025

Committee Referrals

Intergovernmental Affairs3/12/2025

Full Bill Text

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