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HB 7445 Failed

AN ACT RELATING TO PROPERTY -- FAITH-BASED AFFORDABLE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT ACT

Introduced
In Committee
Floor
Crossed Over
Passed
Enacted

Allows faith-based organizations to develop affordable and mixed-use housing on land they own as a by-right use, set statewide development standards, limit local barriers, and streamline approvals to expand housing supply.

Chamber
House
Introduced
Jan 30, 2026
Last action
Mar 31, 2026 — 03/31/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Sponsor
Karen Alzate D
Session
2026
Momentum
5 · Stalled