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HR6957Referred to Committee

Yes in God's Backyard Act

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2026-01-07
Introduced
1
Cosponsors
HR
ⓘ
Type

Sponsor

Nanette Diaz Barragán
Nanette Diaz Barragán
Democrat · CA · Representative
Votes with party: 98.5% (588 recorded votes)

Full profile: /officials/B001300

Source: Congress.gov · FEC

Cosponsors (1)

Members who have signed on to support this bill since introduction. Source: Congress.gov.

  • Jay Obernolte (R-CA-23)Original· 2026-01-07

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 →

Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

2026-01-07

Source: 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

Housing and Community Development
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