Two Texas lawmakers have filed bills to create the Texas CHIPS Act, which they say would expand the state’s development and research in the semiconductor industry.
Property tax relief is one of the top priorities for Texas Republicans, including Gov. Greg Abbott. Lawmakers in the House and Senate have vowed to provide the largest property tax cut in state history.
The loan was created to help Texas residents gain credentials for high-demand occupations such as nursing, teaching and technology in two years or less.