New Building Standards: Lower Bills, Cleaner Air, Support for Cities.
This act aims to introduce new building standards to reduce energy and water consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. Citizens can expect lower utility bills in the future and a healthier environment due to less pollution. The act provides support for local authorities to adapt to these changes, as well as new employment rules for modernization work in federal buildings.
Key points
Establishment of national energy and water efficiency standards for buildings, potentially lowering property maintenance costs.
Financial and technical assistance for state and local governments to implement new standards, prioritizing environmental justice communities.
Requirement for existing federal buildings to meet new standards, including fair labor practices and local hiring preferences.
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