Bill > HB158

This bill directs the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs to conduct a comprehensive study on using surplus government property (defined as unused or underused federal, state, or local real estate, including historic, residential, and commercial buildings) to create housing for veterans. The department will evaluate the availability of such property in Texas and assess the feasibility of developing housing units, while also identifying potential funding sources like federal historic and housing tax credits, corporate and private donations, existing state and federal funding, and potential tenant rent payments. The department may consult with local housing authorities, affordable housing developers, and organizations with expertise in veterans' housing needs. By November 1, 2026, the department must submit a written report of the study's findings to the legislature. The bill will take effect on September 1, 2025, and will expire on September 1, 2027, providing a two-year window for the study and potential recommendations for addressing veterans' housing challenges.

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https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=89R&Bill=HB158