Homeowner Energy Freedom Act

# Homeowner Energy Freedom Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Homeowner Energy Freedom Act would eliminate three federal energy programs. Specifically, it would cancel: (1) a Department of Energy rebate program that helps low- and moderate-income households pay for home electrification projects like switching to electric heating or appliances, (2) federal grants that train contractors in energy-efficient home construction and upgrades, and (3) federal assistance helping states and local governments adopt stricter building energy codes. The bill would also recover any unspent federal money previously allocated to these programs. **Who It Affects and Current Status** This legislation primarily affects low- and moderate-income homeowners who could have received financial assistance for energy upgrades, as well as contractors who train workers in energy efficiency.

It also impacts state and local governments that received federal support for updating building standards. The bill has already passed the House and now moves to the Senate for consideration. Since the bill eliminates federal spending rather than creating new programs, it appeals to those prioritizing reduced government spending, though supporters of energy efficiency initiatives and clean energy advocates oppose it.