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This bill seeks to nullify several existing rules and notices from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) related to the Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing (AFFH) initiative, which aims to reduce racial and economic segregation in housing. Specifically, the bill invalidates a proposed rule from 2023, an interim final rule from 2021, a final rule from 2015, and a related notice from 2015, effectively stopping these HUD efforts to address housing discrimination. The bill also prohibits federal funding for creating databases that track racial disparities in housing access. Additionally, the bill requires the HUD Secretary to consult with state and local government officials, as well as public housing agency representatives, to develop recommendations for fair housing policies. This consultation process must seek consensus, be transparent, and explore alternative ways to achieve fair housing objectives. The Secretary must publish a draft report within 12 months, allow for a 180-day public comment period, and then release a final report that details areas of agreement and disagreement among consulted parties. The overall intent appears to be limiting federal intervention in local zoning and housing decisions while maintaining a collaborative approach to addressing housing equity.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/1769/all-info