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Military Energy Efficiency Standards Update

This law requires the military to update its building rules to use the newest energy-saving methods. This aims to make military buildings more efficient, potentially saving taxpayer money on energy costs over time.
Key points
Military construction must follow the latest energy efficiency rules by September 1, 2022.
Some funding for military building plans is held back until the update process starts.
New building projects submitted after September 1, 2022, must meet the new energy standards.
The military must regularly check and update its energy efficiency standards for buildings.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_5279
Sponsor: Rep. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2]
Process start date: 2021-09-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Defense Energy Efficiency Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5279.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-09-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Military construction must follow the latest energy efficiency rules by September 1, 2022.
  • Some funding for military building plans is held back until the update process starts.
  • New building projects submitted after September 1, 2022, must meet the new energy standards.
  • The military must regularly check and update its energy efficiency standards for buildings.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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