US HB5601

Preempts state and local zoning laws that prevent houses of worship from constructing affordable housing on land they have owned since January 1, 2023, or for at least 5 years

Requires housing to be deed-restricted as affordable for 30 years, with average costs affordable to low-income families and all units capped at 140% of area median income

Housing must comply with applicable building codes and be managed by nonprofit property managers with affordable housing experience; up to 5% of units may be reserved for house of worship employees

Preserves state and local authority to enforce site-specific hazard regulations (flood, wildfire, landslide) and conduct inspections to confirm compliance with affordable housing requirements

Creates a private right of action allowing individuals to seek injunctive or declaratory relief for violations, with attorney's fees available under 42 U.S.C. 1988(b)