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SB 960

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

89th Legislature (2025)

SB 960 establishes a Texas workforce housing program to address affordability for middle-income workers through TDHCA administration and new funding mechanisms.

Referred to Local Government
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Bill Summary · SB 960

Legislative bill overview

SB 960 would establish a new workforce housing program administered by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA). The bill creates a framework for addressing housing availability and affordability for workers in Texas, likely through funding mechanisms, partnerships, or incentives designed to increase housing stock accessible to middle-income earners.

Why is this important

Texas has experienced rapid population growth and migration, creating significant housing affordability challenges for working families. A dedicated workforce housing program could help stabilize communities by ensuring essential workers (teachers, healthcare workers, service industry employees) can afford to live near employment centers, reducing economic displacement and labor shortages in critical sectors.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding source and costs: Unclear how the program would be funded—whether through state bonds, general revenue, tax credits, or federal dollars—which affects overall state budget impact and taxpayer burden
  • Eligibility definitions: What income levels qualify as "workforce" housing eligibility will be contentious; definitions that are too broad may dilute impact, while narrow definitions may exclude intended beneficiaries
  • TDHCA capacity and oversight: Questions about whether TDHCA has adequate resources and expertise to administer a new program, plus concerns about accountability, fraud prevention, and measurable outcomes

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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