Texas bill stops rent hikes for low-income housing tenants

Relating to prohibiting an increase in the rent of a tenant residing in a development supported with a low income housing tax credit allocation.

Introduced· 2024-11-12

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This bill would stop landlords from raising rent on people living in special low-income housing until their lease ends.

Our take

What we think, in plain words.

This bill would give people living in certain low-income housing a clear promise: their rent would not go up until their lease is over. This means families could plan their money better without worrying about sudden rent hikes. Landlords might say they need to raise rents sometimes to cover costs, but this bill would make sure that once a lease is signed, the rent stays the same for that time. It is important to pay attention now because if this bill passes, it would help many people keep their homes affordable.

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The facts

What the bill actually says, no spin.

This bill would apply to housing developments that get low-income housing tax credits.
It would stop landlords from raising rent during a tenant's current lease agreement.
This rule would not apply if a federal voucher program allows rent changes.
The bill also keeps rules against illegal lockouts and taking a tenant's belongings.
It would start for leases made or renewed on or after September 1, 2025.