Texas Republicans are trying to rein in high home prices and rents

For decades, Texas benefited from relatively low home prices and rents, a key component of the state’s ability to lure new residents and employers from more expensive parts of the country. Now, Texas Republicans find themselves trying to rein in the state’s high housing costs — before it’s too late. STORY: https://www.ksat.com/news/texas/2025/04/22/why-texas-republicans-are-trying-to-rein-in-high-home-prices-and-rents/