HB 211 amends the Texas Government Code to enhance evaluation criteria for applications seeking private activity bonds and low-income housing tax credits through the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA). The bill adds a requirement that applicants’ existing and proposed properties be equipped with air conditioning to qualify for scoring and ranking in the application process. Applications are evaluated based on various factors, including income levels of tenants, community support, cost per unit, and compliance with air conditioning standards. Negative points will be assigned if any applicant-owned or operated units lack air conditioning, encouraging the availability of air-conditioned affordable housing units in Texas. This bill will apply to applications based on the 2026 Qualified Allocation Plan.