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Freedom to Build Act

Introduced
Mar 26, 2026
Cosponsors
0
Traction
0
Last Action
Mar 26, 2026

Bill Summary

Allows certain housing projects to be built without needing to comply with specific government regulations, and streamlines the approval process for construction projects. Removes some environmental review requirements for these projects.

Sponsored By

Bill Hagerty
Republican · Tennessee · Senate

Bill Journey

  1. Mar 26, 2026
  3. Mar 26, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects homebuilders, construction companies, and local communities where housing projects are planned, by potentially speeding up the construction process and reducing costs. It may also impact residents in areas where new housing developments are built, by changing the character of their neighborhoods.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Republican1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeSenate Bill · Federal
Primary TopicHousing
CommitteeCommittee on Banking
IntroducedMar 26, 2026
Last UpdatedMar 26, 2026
Latest ActionRead twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Subjects
  • Housing

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.