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Home Weatherization Support: Readiness Fund and Increased Cost Limits.

This act establishes a Weatherization Readiness Fund to help low-income homes with necessary repairs before energy-saving upgrades can be installed. It also increases the maximum financial assistance available for weatherization, potentially allowing more homeowners to improve energy efficiency and reduce utility bills.
Key points
Creation of a Weatherization Readiness Fund: Provides money for repairs to homes with defects that prevent immediate weatherization, such as structural damage.
Increased Weatherization Cost Limits: The maximum financial assistance per home for weatherization increases from $6,500 to $12,000, and in some cases from $3,000 to $6,000.
Flexibility for Further Limit Increases: The Secretary can raise the assistance limit if market conditions require it to achieve the program's goals.
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Print number: 117_S_3769
Sponsor: Sen. Reed, Jack [D-RI]
Process start date: 2022-03-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Weatherization Assistance Program Improvements Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3769.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-03-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creation of a Weatherization Readiness Fund: Provides money for repairs to homes with defects that prevent immediate weatherization, such as structural damage.
  • Increased Weatherization Cost Limits: The maximum financial assistance per home for weatherization increases from $6,500 to $12,000, and in some cases from $3,000 to $6,000.
  • Flexibility for Further Limit Increases: The Secretary can raise the assistance limit if market conditions require it to achieve the program's goals.
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 Sen. Reed, Jack [D-RI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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