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This bill aims to improve the Weatherization Assistance Program, which helps low-income households make energy-efficient home improvements. The legislation establishes a new Weatherization Readiness Fund with $30 million annually from 2026 to 2030, allowing states to use funds to repair dwelling units with structural defects that previously prevented weatherization installations. The bill significantly increases the maximum financial assistance per dwelling unit from $6,500 to $15,000 and raises the maximum allowable cost for certain special circumstances from $3,000 to $6,000. Additionally, the bill gives the Secretary of Energy flexibility to increase per-unit financial assistance beyond the specified limit if market conditions require it. The goal is to help more low-income households improve their home's energy efficiency by addressing preliminary structural issues and providing more substantial financial support for weatherization measures, which can help reduce energy costs and improve living conditions for vulnerable populations.

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