Energy Efficiency for Affordable Housing Act
This bill increases tax credits for affordable housing developers who improve energy efficiency in existing buildings. It adds a 30% credit boost (to 130% of rehabilitation costs) for buildings meeting specific energy standards, either by adopting a government-determined advanced construction standard or using a certified retrofit plan that reduces energy use by 50% or more. Buildings in high-cost areas qualify for an additional 30% boost (to 160% of costs) if they meet these standards. The changes apply to housing credit allocations after December 31, 2025, with specific rules for bond-financed projects.
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Jul 2025
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Introduced Jul 31, 2025
Last action Jul 31, 2025
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Jul 31, 2025
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
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Jul 31, 2025
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Introduced in Senate
upper
1 primary · 3 co-sponsors
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Amy Klobuchar
DDemocratic
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Chris Van Hollen
DDemocratic
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Elizabeth Warren
DDemocratic
Co
Tina Smith
DDemocratic
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