Open Back Better Act of 2021

Hozzl · 2023-01-11T13:47:50Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 531 Open Back Better Act of 2021 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Energy. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/11/2023, 1:47 PM

Congressional Summary of S 531

Open Back Better Act of 2021

This bill directs the Department of Energy (DOE) to provide grants to federal and state agencies and tribal organizations to implement building projects that increase resiliency, energy efficiency, renewable energy, and grid integration. It also provides grants for projects that may have combined heat and power and energy storage as project components.

States must use at least 40% of grant funds to implement projects in environmental justice communities or low-income communities that have been adversely impacted by the COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) pandemic.

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Current Status of Bill S 531

Bill S 531 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 2, 2021. Bill S 531 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on March 2, 2021. Bill S 531's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. as of March 2, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 531

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 531

Primary Policy Focus

Energy

Potential Impact Areas

Air qualityAlternative and renewable resourcesBuilding constructionBuy American requirementsCardiovascular and respiratory healthChild care and developmentCommunity life and organizationCongressional oversightDepartment of EnergyDisaster relief and insuranceEducational facilities and institutionsElectric power generation and transmissionElementary and secondary educationEmergency medical services and trauma careEnergy efficiency and conservationEnvironmental healthEnvironmental regulatory proceduresExecutive agency funding and structureGovernment buildings, facilities, and propertyGovernment employee pay, benefits, personnel managementHealth facilities and institutionsHigher educationInfectious and parasitic diseasesLabor standardsLibraries and archivesManufacturingMetalsNatural disastersPoverty and welfare assistancePublic contracts and procurementState and local government operationsWages and earningsWater quality

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 531

Open Back Better Act of 2021A bill to provide additional funds for Federal and State facility energy resiliency programs, and for other purposes.Open Back Better Act of 2021

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