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US S520

US S520
A bill to require the Secretary of Energy to establish an energy efficiency materials pilot program.


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Introduced
02/14/2019
In Committee
07/16/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

116th Congress

Bill Summary

A bill to require the Secretary of Energy to establish an energy efficiency materials pilot program. This bill requires the Department of Energy to establish and report on a pilot program to award grants for providing nonprofit buildings with energy-efficiency materials.

AI Summary

This bill requires the Department of Energy to establish and report on a pilot program that will provide grants to nonprofit organizations for the purpose of installing energy-efficiency materials, such as roofs, lighting systems, windows, doors, and heating/cooling systems, in their buildings. The bill defines key terms like "energy-efficiency material" and "nonprofit building," and outlines the criteria the Secretary of Energy will use to award the grants, which prioritize energy savings, cost-effectiveness, and the financial need of the applicant. The bill authorizes $10 million per year for fiscal years 2019 through 2023 to carry out this pilot program.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 174. (on 08/16/2019)

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