S-4052 : Still Just a Bill

HOPE for HOMES Act of 2020

This bill directs the Department of Energy to establish (1) criteria for a HOPE Qualification for contractors to advance their capabilities to efficiently retrofit homes, including a list of courses that meet the criteria and information on how individuals and entities may apply for grants to achieve such qualification; and (2) a Home Energy Savings Retrofit Rebate Program to provide rebates for homeowners to invest in energy efficiency improvements.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2020-06-24IntroReferralRead twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.Senate
2020-06-24IntroReferralIntroduced in SenateLibrary of Congress

Policy Area :

Energy
See Subjects
  • Building construction
  • Congressional oversight
  • Education programs funding
  • Energy efficiency and conservation
  • Government information and archives
  • Government studies and investigations
  • Housing industry and standards
  • Intergovernmental relations
  • Licensing and registrations
  • Lighting, heating, cooling
  • Low- and moderate-income housing
  • Performance measurement
  • Residential rehabilitation and home repair
  • Small business
  • State and local finance
  • State and local government operations
  • Vocational and technical education

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