Yes in God's Backyard Act

This bill would direct the Department of Housing and Urban Development to create a technical assistance program that helps faith-based organizations, colleges and universities, and local governments build or preserve affordable rental housing on land owned by faith-based organizations and colleges. The resources would be made public. The bill would also create a competitive Challenge Grant program for states, local governments, and regional planning bodies that have policies removing barriers to such housing. Grant funds could be used to change local rules, do outreach, and make grants or loans to housing projects. The bill authorizes $25 million in 2026 and $10 million per year from 2027 to 2031 for technical assistance, and $50 million per year from 2026 to 2031 for grants.

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Sponsors

• Nanette Diaz Barragán Democrat sponsor
• 10 cosponsors