What this is
Texas proposes a new program to give grants and loans to help communities and homeowners recover from disasters and prevent future damage.
Key details
- Bill Number: HB 66
- Program Types: Matching grants and loans
- Eligible Applicants: Individuals, businesses, cities, and counties in declared disaster areas
- Uses: Recovery, repairs, and disaster prevention infrastructure
- Status: Introduced, pending in committee
About Texas Legislature
The Texas Legislature is the state legislature of Texas, consisting of the House of Representatives with 150 members and the Senate with 31 members. Meeting in regular session every two years, the legislature passes stat…
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How this affects households
Under $30,000
May struggle to qualify for loans due to income requirements, but could benefit if their community gets grants that improve local disaster protection.
$30,000-$60,000
Could access disaster loans to repair homes and make them stronger against future storms, giving more options beyond just federal help.
$60,000-$100,000
Good access to disaster loans for home repairs and improvements, plus benefits from community infrastructure grants that protect their neighborhoods.
Over $100,000
Strong access to disaster loans and likely able to afford the matching funds required, plus benefits from improved community disaster protection.
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