HR 8626
Energy Resilient Communities Act
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Bill overview
The Energy Resilient Communities Act directs the Department of Energy to create a grant program aimed at improving the energy resilience, energy democracy, and security of communities, particularly those designated as environmental justice communities. This program will provide funding for projects like developing clean energy microgrids that support critical infrastructure and serve medical baseline customers. The bill prioritizes projects that benefit environmental justice communities and encourages community ownership of energy systems.
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Primary sponsor
Nanette Diaz Barragan
Cosponsors
Al, Jr. Lawson
Albio Sires
Alcee L. Hastings
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