To direct the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, acting through the Assistant Secretary for Policy Development and Research, to publish guidelines and best practices for State zoning and local zoning frameworks, and for other purposes.

Bill 118 hr 10351, also known as the "Zoning Guidelines and Best Practices Act," aims to address the issue of zoning regulations at the state and local levels. The bill directs the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, specifically the Assistant Secretary for Policy Development and Research, to publish guidelines and best practices for state and local zoning frameworks.

The purpose of these guidelines is to provide states and localities with a set of standards and recommendations for creating effective and equitable zoning regulations. By establishing these guidelines, the bill seeks to promote more inclusive and sustainable communities, as well as to address issues such as affordable housing, environmental protection, and economic development.

The bill does not mandate specific zoning regulations, but rather provides a framework for states and localities to follow in developing their own zoning policies. It also encourages collaboration and coordination between different levels of government to ensure that zoning regulations are consistent and effective. Overall, the Zoning Guidelines and Best Practices Act aims to improve the quality of zoning regulations across the country and promote more equitable and sustainable development practices.