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US S983
Weatherization Enhancement and Local Energy Efficiency Investment and Accountability Act of 2019
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Introduced
04/02/2019
04/02/2019
In Committee
07/16/2019
07/16/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
A bill to amend the Energy Conservation and Production Act to reauthorize the weatherization assistance program, and for other purposes. This bill reauthorizes through FY2024 and revises the Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP), including by requiring the Department of Energy to award financial assistance to nonprofit organizations for WAP enhancement and innovation, such as installing renewable energy systems. WAP reduces energy costs for low-income households by increasing the energy efficiency of their homes.
AI Summary
This bill reauthorizes through FY2024 and revises the Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP), which reduces energy costs for low-income households by increasing the energy efficiency of their homes. Key provisions include: allowing WAP funds to be used for renewable energy and other advanced technologies, considering health and safety benefits in program implementation, encouraging the use of private contractors, and providing financial assistance to eligible entities (including non-profit organizations) for activities like making homes weatherization-ready, installing renewable energy systems, and enhancing program capability and outreach. The bill also increases the maximum administrative funding percentage for WAP and extends the reweatherization period.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (11)
Chris Coons (D)*,
Richard Blumenthal (D),
Ben Cardin (D),
Susan Collins (R),
Maggie Hassan (D),
Martin Heinrich (D),
Joe Manchin (I),
Lisa Murkowski (R),
Jack Reed (D),
Jeanne Shaheen (D),
Tina Smith (D),
Last Action
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 185. (on 09/10/2019)
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