The bill amends the requirements for applications for low-income housing tax credits specifically for developments financed through the private activity bond program. It changes the heading of Section 2306.67071 in the Government Code to reflect this focus and introduces new requirements for applicants. Notably, applicants must now provide notice of their intent to file an application to the state representative of the district where the proposed development site is located, as well as to the governing body of the municipality and the commissioners court of the county, depending on the location of the site. Additionally, a new subsection (c-1) stipulates that if the state representative submits a letter opposing the development, the board cannot approve the application, regardless of compliance with other notice requirements.

The bill also allows the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs to establish rules regarding the submission of resolutions or letters related to these applications. The changes will apply only to applications submitted during the 2026 qualified allocation plan cycle or later, while applications submitted under earlier plans will continue to be governed by the previous law. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote from both houses or on September 1, 2025, if that vote is not achieved.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Government Code 2306.67071 (Government Code 2306)
House Committee Report: Government Code 2306.67071 (Government Code 2306)