Yes in God's Backyard Act
Sponsor
Full profile: /officials/B001300
Source: Congress.gov · FEC
Cosponsors (1)
Members who have signed on to support this bill since introduction. Source: Congress.gov.
Latest Action
The most recent step in the bill's legislative path. Committee Activity below shows referrals and reports; the full action-by-action history including floor proceedings lives at Congress.gov →
Plain-English Summary
This bill would make it easier for religious organizations to build housing and other community facilities on their properties by reducing zoning restrictions and regulatory requirements they currently face. The legislation aims to help churches, synagogues, mosques, and other faith-based groups develop affordable housing and community services in their neighborhoods without as many local government barriers. Religious organizations and communities seeking affordable housing would be the primary beneficiaries.
AI-assisted summary generated from the official bill metadata (title, subjects, actions) sourced from Congress.gov. Cached and reviewed. Always verify against the official text linked below.
Subjects
Related legislation
Bills by the same sponsor or covering overlapping subjects.
- HRES1150Recognizing and honoring Cambodian veterans of the Khmer National Armed Forces for their sacrifices, their support of the Armed Forces of the United States, and their defense of freedom in Southeast Asia.Referred to Committee · 2026-04-02
- HRES1017Recognizing the threat of air pollution and extreme heat to maternal and infant health, and expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that meaningful interventions must be rapidly and equitably developed and deployed to address the unique vulnerabilities of pregnancy in Latino communities.Referred to Committee · 2026-01-22
- HR7152Yes in God's Backyard ActReferred to Committee · 2026-01-20
- HR7151Artificial Intelligence Public Awareness and Education Campaign ActReferred to Committee · 2026-01-20