HB 2142
AN ACT relating to a study by the Texas Department of Housing and Community
89th Regular Session
Jan 14, 2025 - Jun 2, 2025 • Session ended
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What This Bill Does
The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs will conduct a comprehensive study on addressing homelessness by exploring collaborative models involving higher education institutions, private entities, and local governments. The study will specifically examine strategies like small dwelling units and community development services, with a goal of developing actionable recommendations to reduce homelessness in Texas. By December 31, 2026, the department must submit a detailed report to state leadership outlining the study's findings and potential legislative actions, with the entire initiative set to conclude by September 1, 2027.
Subject Areas
Bill Text
relating to a study by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs on the feasibility of using certain models to address BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF TEXAS: SECTION 1. (a) In this section: (1) "Department" means the Texas Department of Housing (2) "Institution of higher education" has the meaning assigned by Section 61.003, Education Code. (b) The department shall conduct a study on the feasibility of using a model to address homelessness in this state that is based (1) partnerships with institutions of higher education, private entities, and local governments; and (A) small dwelling units, as defined by the (B) community development services and plans provided through programs at institutions of higher education. (c) Not later than December 31, 2026, the department shall prepare and submit to the governor, lieutenant governor, and legislature a written report that includes: (1) a summary of the results of the study conducted (2) any recommendations for legislative or other action based on the results of the study. (d) This Act expires September 1, 2027. SECTION 2. This Act takes effect September 1, 2025.
Bill Sponsors
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Bill History
Bill filed: AN ACT relating to a study by the Texas Department of Housing and Community
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