But rising housing costs and a growing shortage of affordable homes are putting pressure on working families, employers, and communities across the state.
To keep Texas strong, lawmakers must preserve and strengthen the proven tools that make affordable housing development possible.
Affordable housing supports stronger schools and more stable communities by helping teachers and working families remain in the areas they serve.
Housing instability contributes to worsening healthcare outcomes and workforce shortages. Nearly half of Texans struggling with housing costs report delaying needed healthcare due to financial pressure.
Texas employers depend on workforce housing to attract and retain employees. Housing affordability is increasingly tied to the state’s long-term economic competitiveness.
Housing located near jobs and economic centers reduces commute times, traffic congestion, and infrastructure strain across growing Texas regions.
Affordable housing in Texas is primarily developed through public-private partnerships supported by state, federal, and local financing tools.
These programs encourage investment, reduce development costs, and help create housing options affordable to working Texans.
