To amend the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 to reauthorize the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program, and for other purposes.

3/8/2023, 8:12 PM

This bill reauthorizes through FY2026 and revises the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program. Under the program, the Department of Energy provides grants to local governments, states, and Indian tribes for energy efficiency and conservation projects and programs. This bill expands the allowable uses of grant funds to include the deployment of energy distribution technologies that significantly expand access to alternative fuels.

Bill 117 hr 425, also known as the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program Reauthorization Act, aims to amend the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 in order to reauthorize the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program. This program provides funding to local governments to support energy efficiency and conservation projects in their communities.

The bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to energy efficiency and conservation. These may include updates to the program's guidelines, funding allocations, and reporting requirements. The goal of the bill is to continue supporting local efforts to reduce energy consumption, lower greenhouse gas emissions, and promote sustainable practices.

Overall, Bill 117 hr 425 seeks to strengthen the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program and ensure that it remains a valuable resource for communities looking to improve their energy efficiency and environmental sustainability.
Congress
117

Number
HR - 425

Introduced on
2021-01-21

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

1/21/2021

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This bill reauthorizes through FY2026 and revises the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program. Under the program, the Department of Energy provides grants to local governments, states, and Indian tribes for energy efficiency and conservation projects and programs. This bill expands the allowable uses of grant funds to include the deployment of energy distribution technologies that significantly expand access to alternative fuels.

Bill 117 hr 425, also known as the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program Reauthorization Act, aims to amend the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 in order to reauthorize the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program. This program provides funding to local governments to support energy efficiency and conservation projects in their communities.

The bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to energy efficiency and conservation. These may include updates to the program's guidelines, funding allocations, and reporting requirements. The goal of the bill is to continue supporting local efforts to reduce energy consumption, lower greenhouse gas emissions, and promote sustainable practices.

Overall, Bill 117 hr 425 seeks to strengthen the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program and ensure that it remains a valuable resource for communities looking to improve their energy efficiency and environmental sustainability.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 to reauthorize the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Energy

Potential Impact
Alternative and renewable resources•
Energy efficiency and conservation•
Energy storage, supplies, demand•
Government trust funds•
Lighting, heating, cooling

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Latest Summary2/22/2021

This bill reauthorizes through FY2026 and revises the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program. Under the program, the Department of Energy provides grants to local governments, states, and Indian tribes for energy efficiency and co...


Latest Action2/2/2021
Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy.