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This bill, titled the "Affordable Solar Energy for Our Communities Act," directs the Secretary of Energy to establish a program to provide financial assistance to eligible entities, such as nonprofit organizations, solar developers, and state/local governments, to carry out planning projects or install solar generating facilities in low-income and underserved areas. The bill defines key terms like "covered facility" (community solar, residential, or multi-family affordable housing solar projects), "eligible entity," and "low-income household." It outlines the application and selection process, the types of assistance (grants or low-interest loans), and the permissible uses of the assistance. The bill also requires that at least 50% of funds be used for eligible installation projects where low-income households make up at least 50% of the subscribers, and up to 15% of funds can be used for eligible planning projects. Overall, the bill aims to increase access to affordable solar energy for low-income and underserved communities.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Business and Industry

https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/3568/all-info