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TX HB784
Bill
Status
11/12/2024
Primary Sponsor
Barbara Gervin-Hawkins
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AI Summary
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Creates a new Pedestrian Infrastructure Program administered by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) to award grants to municipalities for constructing sidewalks, curbs, and pedestrian lighting
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Establishes the pedestrian infrastructure grant fund as a dedicated account in the general revenue fund, funded through legislative appropriations, gifts, federal grants, donations, and investment interest
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Grants do not require repayment and may include forgivable loans; funds can only be used for awarding grants and administering the program
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Requires grant recipients to enter into contracts with TDHCA that ensure public safety purposes are accomplished and the state receives benefit from the investment
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Effective date is September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to a grant program for municipal pedestrian infrastructure administered by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs.
State Finances
Last Action
Referred to Intergovernmental Affairs
3/5/2025