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TX HB2142

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/28/2025

Primary Sponsor

Lauren Ashley Simmons

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs must conduct a feasibility study on using partnership-based models to address homelessness in the state

  • Study must examine partnerships with institutions of higher education, private entities, and local governments

  • Study must evaluate the use of small dwelling units and community development services/plans provided through higher education programs

  • Written report due to the governor, lieutenant governor, and legislature by December 31, 2026, including study results and legislative recommendations

  • Act takes effect September 1, 2025 and expires September 1, 2027

Legislative Description

Relating to a study by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs on the feasibility of using certain models to address homelessness in this state.

Interim Studies

Last Action

Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal

5/15/2025

Committee Referrals

Intergovernmental Affairs3/14/2025

Full Bill Text

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