Low-Income Solar Act

Hozzl · 2023-01-11T13:30:31Z

Explore the details of House Bill 3041 Low-Income Solar Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Energy. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/11/2023, 1:30 PM

Congressional Summary of HR 3041

Low-Income Solar Act

This bill requires the Department of Energy to establish a loan and grant program for photovoltaic solar (a method of converting energy from the sun into electricity) installations in low-income and underserved areas for FY2016-FY2030.

Loans must be provided for: (1) community solar facilities that provide solar energy to low-income households, or (2) solar installations at federally subsidized affordable housing at multi-family complexes.

The community solar facilities must: (1) be owned by an organization of electricity consumers that own a share of the facility's solar electricity generation; (2) have a certain a nameplate rating (or power generation capacity), (3) be located in or near a community that uses the electricity generated by the facility, and (4) reserve at least 25% of the electricity generated for low-income households.

Grants must be given for: (1) solar electricity generating facilities installed on properties of eligible, low-income home owners; or (2) new solar projects for low-income households and individuals, including the costs of equipment and job training associated with solar projects.

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Current Status of Bill HR 3041

Bill HR 3041 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 13, 2015. Bill HR 3041 was introduced during Congress 114 and was introduced to the House on July 13, 2015. Bill HR 3041's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Power. as of July 17, 2015

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3041

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3041

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Energy

Potential Impact Areas

Alternative and renewable resourcesElectric power generation and transmissionEmployment and training programsGovernment lending and loan guaranteesLow- and moderate-income housingResidential rehabilitation and home repair

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3041

Low-Income Solar ActTo require the Secretary of Energy to provide loans and grants for solar installations in low-income and underserved areas.Low-Income Solar Act

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