Rider for Article XI, Texas Department of Housing and
Community Affairs
      It is the intent of the Legislature that the Department of
Housing and Community Affairs shall issue 501c(3) bonds in a manner
that maximizes the construction of very low-income housing units,
while assuring the highest reasonable bond rating.
      The department shall also operate the mortgage revenue bond
program in a manner that maximizes the creation of very low-income
family housing while assuring the highest reasonable bond rating.