What does Preamble of Local Zoning Decisions Protection Act of 2025 do?

This bill aims to nullify certain regulations and notices issued by the Department of Housing and Urban Development. The bill's purpose is 'to nullify certain regulations and notices of the Department of Housing and Urban Development, and for other purposes.'

What does SHORT TITLE. of Local Zoning Decisions Protection Act of 2025 do?

This bill is formally titled the Local Zoning Decisions Protection Act of 2025.

What does NULLIFICATION OF RULES AND NOTICES. of Local Zoning Decisions Protection Act of 2025 do?

This section nullifies specific rules and notices issued by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The nullified rules include the 'Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing' proposed rule (February 9, 2023), the 'Restoring Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing Definitions and Certifications' interim final rule (June 10, 2021), and the 'Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing' final rule (July 16, 2015). Additionally, a notice relating to the Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing Assessment Tool (December 31, 2015) is also nullified. Any successor rule or notice substantially similar to the listed documents will also have no force or effect.

What does PROHIBITION ON USE OF FEDERAL FUNDS. of Local Zoning Decisions Protection Act of 2025 do?

This section prohibits the use of Federal funds for activities related to a Federal database of geospatial information. Specifically, Federal funds cannot be used to design, build, maintain, utilize, or provide access to such a database. The database in question concerns community racial disparities and disparities in access to affordable housing.

What does FEDERALISM CONSULTATION AND REPORT. of Local Zoning Decisions Protection Act of 2025 do?

This section requires the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to consult with state, local, and public housing agency officials to develop recommendations furthering the Fair Housing Act. The consultation process must provide notice and opportunities for participation, seek diverse perspectives, emphasize collaboration, allow for timely input, and promote transparency. The Secretary must explore alternative methods to achieve Fair Housing Act objectives beyond new regulations. A draft report of the recommendations must be published within 12 months of the Act's enactment, and only recommendations with consensus among all parties can be included. If consensus is not reached, the draft report must identify areas of agreement and disagreement, along with the reasons for the disagreement. The draft report will be available for public review and comment for at least 180 days. A final report, addressing public comments and developed in consultation with the relevant officials, must be made publicly available online within 12 months of the Act's enactment. The section defines key terms including 'Secretary,' 'local government official,' 'State official,' and 'public housing agency'.

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Local Zoning Decisions Protection Act of 2025

Last updated: 3/3/2025 · Introduced: 3/3/2025

Author: Paul Gosar (R-AZ)

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This bill nullifies specific Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) rules and notices related to Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing, including proposed, interim, and final rules, as well as a related assessment tool, and prevents the issuance of substantially similar future rules.
The bill prohibits the use of federal funds for the creation, maintenance, or use of a federal database tracking community racial disparities and disparities in access to affordable housing.
It mandates that the Secretary of HUD consult with state, local, and public housing agency officials to develop recommendations for furthering the Fair Housing Act, requiring a public report of these recommendations with a focus on consensus and transparency.

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