As part of his approval, Governor Abbott made a targeted modification to the QAP’s force majeure ineligibility provision. Under the version approved by the TDHCA Board, applicants with two force majeure events on the same development would have remained ineligible until that development was fully completed. The Governor narrowed that restriction, allowing applicants to regain eligibility once construction has commenced on the affected development, rather than waiting until completion.
This change meaningfully reduces timing risk for applicants, better aligns the rule with real-world development timelines, and preserves the intent of the provision while avoiding unnecessary barriers to participation.
Looking Ahead
With the 2026 QAP finalized, TAAHP now shifts from rulemaking to implementation and forward planning. Adoption marks a transition—not an endpoint.
On December 16, TAAHP will host a member webinar focused on Significant Changes to the 2026 QAP. In early 2026, TAAHP will also publish a comprehensive report documenting our QAP advocacy, outlining key policy shifts, and previewing priorities as planning begins for the 2027 QAP cycle. Member engagement will continue to guide this work through committees, data analysis, and early issue identification.
TAAHP’s 2025 QAP Advocacy Timeline
First TDHCA QAP Roundtable
TDHCA hosts the first public 2026 QAP Roundtable to gather initial stakeholder input.
TDHCA Rules Committee Meeting
TDHCA Rules Committee meets to discuss early concepts for the 2026 QAP.
TAAHP Annual QAP Membership Meeting
TAAHP hosts its Annual QAP Membership Meeting featuring staff updates and member input.
TDHCA Virtual QAP Workshop
TDHCA holds a virtual 2026 QAP Workgroup to gather technical feedback from stakeholders.
QAP Panel at the 2025 Texas Housing Conference
The QAP panel “Shaping the Future of Texas Affordable Housing” featured TDHCA Multifamily Director Cody Campbell. One highlight was TAAHP’s proposal to expand the CRP scoring category with Opportunity Zones.
TAAHP QAP Committee Submits Initial Recommendations
TAAHP submits consensus-based QAP recommendations to TDHCA following extensive member engagement.
Preliminary Staff Draft of 2026 QAP Released
The draft reflects TDHCA staff recommendations and incorporates industry feedback from prior roundtables and meetings.
TAAHP Submits Comments on QAP Staff Draft
TAAHP's QAP Committee submitted formal comments on the Preliminary Staff Draft and later presented testimony at the September 3 Rules Committee meeting reiterating this feedback.
TDHCA Rules Committee Meeting on the 2026 Draft QAP
TAAHP QAP Committee members attended and provided testimony on the updated Preliminary Staff Draft, which was subsequently advanced to the Board for consideration the next day.
Formal 2026 QAP Draft Published in Texas Register
TDHCA Reviews 2026 QAP Feedback
TDHCA will review all feedback and prepare reasoned responses for consideration during the final QAP approval process.
Final TDHCA Board Vote on 2026 QAP
The TDHCA Governing Board is scheduled to vote on final adoption of the 2026 QAP.
Governor's Final Action on 2026 QAP
Statutory deadline for the Governor to approve, modify, or reject the final 2026 QAP.