Housing: State Reimbursements for Energy Code Costs
Also known as: FRAMER Act
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Key Points
This bill, introduced by Mr. Crank, would require states to pay homebuilders for the extra costs of meeting strict state energy rules compared to basic federal standards.
The rule applies specifically to new homes built in "Opportunity Zones," which are areas designated by the government to encourage investment in struggling communities.
States would have to calculate the cost difference for labor, supplies, and inspections and pay the builder within 30 days of the home being finished and inspected.
If a state chooses not to make these payments, it would lose eligibility for certain federal housing and community development grants.
Builders would be required to give the first buyer a document showing the cost of the energy rules and whether the state's payment helped lower the home's sale price.
The program is designed to last for seven years to see if reducing the financial burden of regulations helps create more affordable housing in these neighborhoods.
Milestones
2 milestones2 actions
Jan 30, 2026House
Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
Jan 30, 2026
Introduced in House
Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
FRAMER Act
Bill NumberHR 7282
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
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