Low-Income Solar Act

Hozzl · 2023-01-11T13:30:11Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 1713 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 S 1713

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 S 1713

Bill S 1713 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 7, 2015. Bill S 1713 was introduced during Congress 114 and was introduced to the Senate on July 7, 2015. Bill S 1713's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. as of July 7, 2015

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1713

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1713

Primary Policy Focus

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 S 1713

Low-Income Solar ActA bill to 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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