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Austin Approves $50 Million to fund more affordable housing units
Here’s How San Antonio is Progressing Toward its Affordable Housing Goals
Houston Mayor Appoints New Houston Housing Authority Commissioners
PRESS RELEASE: Mayor John Whitmire today announced the appointment of new Commissioners of the Houston Housing Authority to help lead the organization and address his concerns about financial mismanagement and a lack of leadership and operational effectiveness to achieve the organization’s mission to improve lives by providing quality, affordable housing options.
The Texas Panhandle Wildfires and Four Keys for Equitable Recovery
HUD Secretary Marcia Fudge Steps Down
On March 11th, Marcia L. Fudge, the 18th Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) issued the following statement: “As a dedicated public servant for nearly five decades, I have been devoted to improving the quality of life for the people...
City of Houston’s Housing and Community Development Department Welcomes Interim Director, Michael C. Nichols
February 29, 2024 -- Mayor John Whitmire announced he is appointing Michael C. Nichols, former president and chief executive officer of the Coalition for the Homeless of Houston/Harris County, as the City of Houston's next director of the Housing and Community...
1.45 million low-income Texans stand lose internet subsidy next month
NSPIRE: Property Owners Now Required to Sign Physical Inspection Forms
The owner on record is now required to sign all forms, from EH&S (within 72 business hours) to the certification, for properties that score above 75 on physical inspections and remediated its items.
Texas Legislature Could Look Very Different in 2025
On March 5, millions of Texans are expected to vote in the Texas Primary elections, that will determine which candidates will represent the Democratic and Republican parties on the ballot in November's general election. If no candidate in a race gets at least 50% of...
Bipartisan Tax Bill Containing Top Housing Credit Provisions Passes House and Awaiting Consideration in Senate
The Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024, bipartisan tax legislation containing two top Housing Credit production priorities.
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