Weatherization Enhancement and Readiness Act of 2025

Hozzl · 2026-02-18T21:41:17Z

Explore the details of House Bill 1355 Weatherization Enhancement and Readiness Act of 2025 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Energy. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/18/2026, 9:41 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1355

Bill 119 HR 1355, also known as the Weatherization Enhancement and Local Energy Efficiency Investment and Accountability Act, aims to amend the Energy Conservation and Production Act in order to reauthorize the Weatherization Assistance Program. This program provides funding to low-income households to improve energy efficiency in their homes, ultimately reducing energy costs and environmental impact.

In addition to reauthorizing the Weatherization Assistance Program, the bill also directs the Secretary of Energy to establish a weatherization readiness program. This program will focus on preparing communities for weatherization projects, ensuring that they have the necessary resources and infrastructure in place to effectively implement energy efficiency measures.

Overall, the goal of Bill 119 HR 1355 is to enhance the Weatherization Assistance Program and promote energy efficiency in low-income households. By providing funding and support for weatherization projects, the bill aims to reduce energy costs, improve environmental sustainability, and support communities in transitioning to cleaner energy sources.

Congressional Summary of HR 1355

Weatherization Enhancement and Readiness Act of 2025

This bill reauthorizes through FY2030 and modifies the Weatherization Assistance Program. Under the program, the Department of Energy (DOE) provides grants for low-income households to improve the energy efficiency of their homes.

The bill increases the cap on the average assistance provided per home from $6,500 to $12,000.

The bill also directs DOE to include in its annual report to Congress a description of the impacts of enhancement and innovation readiness efforts on eligibility for assistance under the program.

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Current Status of Bill HR 1355

Bill HR 1355 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 13, 2025. Bill HR 1355 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 13, 2025. Bill HR 1355's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 410. as of February 4, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1355

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1355

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Energy

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1355

To amend the Energy Conservation and Production Act to reauthorize the Weatherization Assistance Program, direct the Secretary of Energy to establish a weatherization readiness program, and for other purposes.