By Whitney Parra, TAAHP Policy ManagerIn a major step toward meeting the needs of affordable housing providers developing through the 9% housing tax credit program in high-cost areas, Senate Bill 898, which aims to increase the development cap for 9% housing tax...
On April 1, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) released its FY 2025 income limits, which determine eligibility for a range of affordable housing programs including Section 8, public housing, and the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC)....
As the 2025 Texas legislative session hits its midpoint, housing legislation is taking center stage. With skyrocketing home prices, a shortage of affordable units, and increasing pressure on local zoning codes, lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are pushing...
This past week, TAAHP’s Government Affairs Chair, Meghan Cano and Policy and Regulatory Manager, Whitney Parra traveled to Washington, DC, for crucial meetings with the Texas Congressional Delegation. In collaboration with AHTCC, our federal partner, we worked to...
[custom-facebook-feed feed=1]On February 20, 2025, TAAHP’s biennial Rally Day at the Texas State Capitol marked a pivotal moment in our efforts to shape the future of affordable housing in Texas. This year’s event highlighted the growing influence of TAAHP and the...
As Texas' 89th Legislative Session continues, TAAHP remains actively engaged in advocating for the issues that matter most to our industry. We’ve made great strides so far, and as the session progresses, we want to keep you informed about the latest updates, our...
As the 2025 Texas Legislative Session officially begins, over 2,300 bills have already been filed, signaling a surge in legislative activity compared to previous sessions. This increase reflects a combination of growing urgency among lawmakers and an influx of new...
The 89th Texas Legislative Session, which began on January 14, promises to be a pivotal moment in state politics. With significant power struggles, internal party divisions, and high-stakes policy decisions at play, understanding the session’s key dynamics is...
The 119th Congress officially convened on January 3, 2025, marking the beginning of a new era in policymaking with significant implications for the nation's affordable housing landscape. With Republicans controlling both the House of Representatives and the Senate,...
The national shortage of affordable housing continues to strain finances for millions of Americans, with the federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) being the most effective tool for creating affordable rental homes, adding nearly 4 million since 1986. Over...
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