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Energy Aid and Training for Farmers to Adopt Industrial Heat Pumps.

This law aims to help farmers, ranchers, and rural small businesses access energy-efficient industrial heat pumps. It establishes a training and technical support program and explicitly expands existing federal grant and loan programs to cover the costs of purchasing and installing this equipment. This provides rural businesses with opportunities to lower energy costs and improve operational efficiency.
Key points
New training programs and technical support for farmers and small businesses on using industrial heat pumps.
Expansion of federal funding programs (like REAP) to explicitly include grants and loans for purchasing and installing these energy-efficient devices.
Support for research and education to better understand the benefits of heat pumps in the agricultural and rural sectors.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_1495
Sponsor: Sen. Welch, Peter [D-VT]
Process start date: 2023-05-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

HEAT Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1495.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New training programs and technical support for farmers and small businesses on using industrial heat pumps.
  • Expansion of federal funding programs (like REAP) to explicitly include grants and loans for purchasing and installing these energy-efficient devices.
  • Support for research and education to better understand the benefits of heat pumps in the agricultural and rural sectors.
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. Welch, Peter [D-VT].

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 2025-12-26.

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Agriculture Environment