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US HB7197
Bill
Status
1/22/2026
Primary Sponsor
Wesley Bell
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AI Summary
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Removes the prohibition on combining HOMES rebate program and high-efficiency electric home rebate program funds with other federal grants and rebates, allowing households to stack multiple incentives for energy efficiency upgrades
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Creates bonus rebates of up to 20% for electrification projects on homes built before January 1, 1970, with total rebates not to exceed the project cost
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Authorizes State energy offices and Indian Tribes to administer the bonus rebates for older home upgrades through existing high-efficiency electric home rebate program grants
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Requires the Secretary of Energy to submit annual reports to Congress beginning two years after enactment, including data on household participation, average energy savings, and recommendations for improving access for low-income and high-energy-burden households
Legislative Description
Home Energy Relief Act
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
1/22/2026