Summary#
This bill updates the federal Weatherization Assistance Program. It extends the program’s authorization to 2030, adds a clear definition of what counts as a "fully weatherized" home, raises the per-home funding limits, and lets the Secretary raise limits further if market conditions require it. It also makes technical numbering and cross-reference changes in the law.
What it means for you#
- Households eligible for weatherization may have access to higher per-home funding when their homes are upgraded.
- A dwelling is defined as "fully weatherized" when the recommended measures from an approved energy audit tool or priority list are installed and a final quality control inspection has been completed.
- State and local program administrators will follow the new definition and funding limits when reporting and providing assistance.
Expenses#
- The bill increases the stated per-dwelling maximum from $6,500 to $15,000.
- Another listed limit is increased from $3,000 to $6,000.
- The Secretary of Energy is allowed to raise the per-unit financial assistance limit beyond the stated cap if the Secretary determines market conditions require it.
- No publicly available information on total federal cost, budget offsets, or overall program funding levels is included in the bill text or metadata provided.
Proponents' View#
No publicly available information in the provided bill text or metadata describes supporters’ stated reasons or arguments for the bill.
Opponents' View#
No publicly available information in the provided bill text or metadata describes opponents’ stated reasons or arguments against the bill.