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Gov. Abbott touts housing affordability initiative, calls El Paso a statewide model
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· August 5, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Abbott announced proposals aimed at reducing housing costs across the state.
Governor Greg Abbott visited Socorro to discuss a new initiative focused on housing affordability. During his visit, he highlighted the Borderland as a model for the rest of Texas in terms of home construction. Abbott announced proposals aimed at reducing housing costs across the state.
He made the announcement from a home under construction, emphasizing the region's success in building homes quickly and affordably. Further details about the initiative are available from the governor's office, which has described the announcement as part of a new effort to address housing affordability in Texas.
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Category: local Published: August 5, 2026 Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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