The public record · 119th Congress

Yes in God's Backyard Act

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To provide technical assistance and grants for faith-based organizations, institutions of higher education, and local governments to increase the supply of affordable rental housing, and for other purposes.Official Title as Introduced

Yes in God's Backyard ActShort Title(s) as Introduced

Legislative history

H.R. 6957·House·Bill·Housing and Community Development

Rep. Nanette Diaz Barragán(Democratic-California-44)·

Jan 7, 2026

IntroducedIntroduced in House

Jan 7, 2026

HouseReferred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

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Bill text

Jan 7, 2026As introduced in the House