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Energy Poverty Prevention and Accountability Act of 2024
1/15/2025, 6:51 PM
Summary of Bill HR 5482
The Energy Poverty Prevention and Accountability Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 hr 5482, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at addressing energy poverty in the country. The bill seeks to provide assistance to low-income households struggling to afford their energy bills, as well as hold energy providers accountable for their pricing practices.
One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to assist low-income households with their energy costs. This program would provide financial assistance to eligible households to help them pay their energy bills and avoid falling into energy poverty. The bill also includes provisions for increasing energy efficiency in low-income households, such as funding for weatherization and energy-saving upgrades.
In addition to providing direct assistance to low-income households, the Energy Poverty Prevention and Accountability Act of 2023 also aims to hold energy providers accountable for their pricing practices. The bill includes measures to increase transparency in energy pricing, as well as provisions for penalties for energy providers found to be engaging in unfair pricing practices. Overall, the Energy Poverty Prevention and Accountability Act of 2023 is a comprehensive piece of legislation aimed at addressing energy poverty in the United States. By providing assistance to low-income households and holding energy providers accountable, the bill seeks to ensure that all Americans have access to affordable and reliable energy.
One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to assist low-income households with their energy costs. This program would provide financial assistance to eligible households to help them pay their energy bills and avoid falling into energy poverty. The bill also includes provisions for increasing energy efficiency in low-income households, such as funding for weatherization and energy-saving upgrades.
In addition to providing direct assistance to low-income households, the Energy Poverty Prevention and Accountability Act of 2023 also aims to hold energy providers accountable for their pricing practices. The bill includes measures to increase transparency in energy pricing, as well as provisions for penalties for energy providers found to be engaging in unfair pricing practices. Overall, the Energy Poverty Prevention and Accountability Act of 2023 is a comprehensive piece of legislation aimed at addressing energy poverty in the United States. By providing assistance to low-income households and holding energy providers accountable, the bill seeks to ensure that all Americans have access to affordable and reliable energy.
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Current Status of Bill HR 5482
Bill HR 5482 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 14, 2023. Bill HR 5482 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on September 14, 2023. Bill HR 5482's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 755. as of December 18, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5482
Total Number of Sponsors
4Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
4Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
54Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
54Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5482
Primary Policy Focus
EnergyAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5482
Energy Poverty Prevention and Accountability Act of 2023
Energy Poverty Prevention and Accountability Act of 2023
To prevent energy poverty and ensure that at-risk communities have access to affordable energy.
Comments
Kelvin Barefoot
655
1 year ago
I am thrilled about this new bill! It will make a huge impact on energy poverty in our country. I can't wait to see the positive changes it brings.
Marcellus Hurley
691
1 year ago
This bill, HR 5482, is all about making sure people don't have to choose between heating their homes and putting food on the table. It's about holding energy companies accountable for keeping prices reasonable and preventing energy poverty. It's a step in the right direction for helping those who are struggling to make ends meet. #EnergyPovertyPrevention #AccountabilityAct #MakingADifference
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 5482
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