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Funding for Energy Efficiency Upgrades in Affordable Housing

This bill authorizes public housing agencies to use Capital Fund assistance for energy performance contracts. This change allows for faster modernization of public housing units, leading to lower energy bills for residents. The goal is to improve living conditions and reduce utility costs for those in affordable housing.
Key points
Public housing agencies are authorized to use Capital Fund assistance for energy performance contracts.
This facilitates quicker implementation of energy-efficient improvements in affordable housing, reducing operating costs and residents' utility bills.
The amendment specifically targets Section 9(d) of the United States Housing Act of 1937.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_4966
Sponsor: Sen. Welch, Peter [D-VT]
Process start date: 2024-08-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expanding Energy Efficiency for Affordable Housing Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_4966.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-08-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Public housing agencies are authorized to use Capital Fund assistance for energy performance contracts.
  • This facilitates quicker implementation of energy-efficient improvements in affordable housing, reducing operating costs and residents' utility bills.
  • The amendment specifically targets Section 9(d) of the United States Housing Act of 1937.
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.

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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