89R5748 JG-D
By: Simmons H.B. No. 2142
A BILL TO BE ENTITLED
AN ACT
relating to a study by the Texas Department of Housing and Community
Affairs on the feasibility of using certain models to address
homelessness in this state.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF TEXAS:
SECTION 1. (a) In this section:
(1) "Department" means the Texas Department of Housing
and Community Affairs.
(2) "Institution of higher education" has the meaning
assigned by Section 61.003, Education Code.
(b) The department shall conduct a study on the feasibility
of using a model to address homelessness in this state that is based
on:
(1) partnerships with institutions of higher
education, private entities, and local governments; and
(2) the use of:
(A) small dwelling units, as defined by the
department; and
(B) community development services and plans
provided through programs at institutions of higher education.
(c) Not later than December 31, 2026, the department shall
prepare and submit to the governor, lieutenant governor, and
legislature a written report that includes:
(1) a summary of the results of the study conducted
under this section; and
(2) any recommendations for legislative or other
action based on the results of the study.
(d) This Act expires September 1, 2027.
SECTION 2. This Act takes effect September 1, 2025.