Supporting the goals and ideals of "Weatherization Day".

2/5/2024, 2:30 PM

This resolution supports the goals and ideals of Weatherization Day, which (1) celebrates the accomplishments and potential of the Weatherization Assistance Program, and (2) informs the public of the program's benefits. It also urges the Department of Energy, the Department of Housing and Urban Development, the Department of Agriculture, and the Environmental Protection Agency to increase efforts that provide weatherization assistance to improve the quality of life for low-income individuals and their families.

Bill 118 HRES 823, also known as the "Supporting the goals and ideals of Weatherization Day" bill, aims to recognize and support the importance of weatherization efforts in the United States. Weatherization Day is celebrated annually on October 30th and is dedicated to raising awareness about the benefits of weatherizing homes and buildings to improve energy efficiency and reduce energy costs.

The bill highlights the importance of weatherization in helping low-income families and individuals save money on their energy bills, reduce their carbon footprint, and improve the overall comfort and safety of their homes. It also emphasizes the role of weatherization in creating jobs, stimulating economic growth, and promoting environmental sustainability.

The bill calls on the President to issue a proclamation recognizing October 30th as Weatherization Day and encourages federal, state, and local governments, as well as private sector organizations, to support and promote weatherization efforts. It also urges Congress to continue funding for weatherization programs and initiatives to ensure that all Americans have access to affordable, energy-efficient homes. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 823 aims to raise awareness about the importance of weatherization and to encourage continued support for weatherization efforts in the United States.
Congress
118
Number
HRES - 823
Introduced on
2023-10-30
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
+5
Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

10/30/2023
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Purpose and Summary

This resolution supports the goals and ideals of Weatherization Day, which (1) celebrates the accomplishments and potential of the Weatherization Assistance Program, and (2) informs the public of the program's benefits. It also urges the Department of Energy, the Department of Housing and Urban Development, the Department of Agriculture, and the Environmental Protection Agency to increase efforts that provide weatherization assistance to improve the quality of life for low-income individuals and their families.

Bill 118 HRES 823, also known as the "Supporting the goals and ideals of Weatherization Day" bill, aims to recognize and support the importance of weatherization efforts in the United States. Weatherization Day is celebrated annually on October 30th and is dedicated to raising awareness about the benefits of weatherizing homes and buildings to improve energy efficiency and reduce energy costs.

The bill highlights the importance of weatherization in helping low-income families and individuals save money on their energy bills, reduce their carbon footprint, and improve the overall comfort and safety of their homes. It also emphasizes the role of weatherization in creating jobs, stimulating economic growth, and promoting environmental sustainability.

The bill calls on the President to issue a proclamation recognizing October 30th as Weatherization Day and encourages federal, state, and local governments, as well as private sector organizations, to support and promote weatherization efforts. It also urges Congress to continue funding for weatherization programs and initiatives to ensure that all Americans have access to affordable, energy-efficient homes. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 823 aims to raise awareness about the importance of weatherization and to encourage continued support for weatherization efforts in the United States.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedSupporting the goals and ideals of "Weatherization Day".
Policy Areas
Energy

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Committee:  Energy and Commerce

Recent Activity

Latest Summary11/21/2024

This resolution supports the goals and ideals of Weatherization Day, which (1) celebrates the accomplishments and potential of the Weatherization Assistance Program, and (2) informs the public of the program's benefits. It also urges the Departmen...

Latest Action11/3/2023
Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy, Climate and Grid Security.