Ensure that local governments follow state laws regarding the approval of new housing developments.
One policy goal, tracked across every bill that has carried it.
What’s happening with Respect State Housing Laws Act?
The Respect State Housing Laws Act is currently represented by H.R. 1078, which has been on the Union Calendar since February 24, 2026. The House of Representatives must now schedule a floor vote to advance the bill, but limited time on the legislative agenda remains the primary constraint. While reaching the floor is a significant milestone that most bills fail to achieve, leadership has not taken action on this proposal since February 24, 2026.
Updated July 9, 2026 · Generated by AI. Always verify with official sources.
Where it stands
Now carried by Respect State Housing Laws Act (H.R. 1078 (119th)) →
Legislative Progress
Next up: The House · Nothing moves until they act.
How we got here
Every bill that has carried this goal, oldest first.
Died with Congress · Jan 3, 2025
Died when the 118th Congress ended without final passage. Bills must be reintroduced under a new number to be revived.
Reintroduced · Jan 3, 2025
Reintroduced from H.R. 802 (118th), which died when its Congress ended.
H.R. 802 (118th) →
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Who’s behind it
Barry Loudermilk (R-GA)Wrote and sponsored the current bill.
