Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards Act; Affordable HOMES Act
Summary
The Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards Act, or Affordable HOMES Act (H.R. 5184), aims to modify the process for setting energy conservation standards for manufactured homes. It authorizes the Secretary of Energy to recommend revisions to preemptive energy conservation standards to the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The bill also stipulates that the final rule published on May 31, 2022, regarding energy conservation standards for manufactured housing, will have no force or effect.
Expected Effects
The Act could lead to revised energy conservation standards for manufactured homes, potentially reducing construction costs. This could make manufactured homes more affordable, but it might also result in less energy-efficient housing. The changes would prioritize cost-effectiveness and consider factory construction limitations and climate zones.
Potential Benefits
- Potentially lower initial purchase prices for manufactured homes.
- Standards tailored to factory construction limitations.
- Consideration of climate zones in setting standards.
- Flexibility in achieving energy performance through alternative methods.
- Focus on cost-effectiveness, considering life cycle costs.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential reduction in energy efficiency of manufactured homes.
- Possible increase in long-term energy costs for homeowners.
- Environmental impact due to potentially lower energy conservation standards.
- Rollback of existing energy conservation standards.
- May lead to less innovation in energy-efficient manufactured housing technologies.
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Constitutional Alignment
The Act appears to align with the Constitution, particularly Article I, Section 1, which grants legislative powers to Congress. The Act does not appear to infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or protections. The Act's focus on housing and energy standards falls within the scope of Congress's power to regulate commerce and provide for the general welfare.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).