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TX SB234

Bill

Status

Introduced

11/12/2024

Primary Sponsor

Nathan Johnson

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes a workforce housing program through the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs to provide below-market-rate, low-interest mezzanine loans to developers for constructing or rehabilitating multifamily housing

  • Limits loans to a maximum of 20% of initial construction or rehabilitation costs, with funds required to be spent within 36 months of receipt

  • Requires eligible developments to reserve units for individuals and families earning between 50% and 120% of area median income, with rent capped at 30% of the applicable monthly income restriction

  • Mandates affordability requirements be maintained for at least 20 years following receipt of financial assistance

  • Creates the workforce housing fund as a special account in the state treasury, funded by appropriations, loan repayments, transfers, investment returns, gifts, grants, and other dedicated revenue sources

Legislative Description

Relating to the establishment of the workforce housing program by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs.

State Finances

Last Action

Referred to Local Government

2/3/2025

Committee Referrals

Local Government2/3/2025

Full Bill Text

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