This bill, known as the Affordable HOMES Act, would eliminate the federal government's authority to set energy efficiency standards for manufactured housing. It repeals the relevant section of the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 that granted the Department of Energy this power, and it specifically nullifies a 2022 Department of Energy rule that established energy conservation standards for manufactured homes. The legislation primarily affects manufacturers of manufactured housing, who would no longer be required to meet these federal efficiency standards, as well as consumers who purchase these homes. Supporters argue the change would help lower housing costs by removing regulatory requirements that increase manufacturing expenses, while the bill does not include any new funding provisions or implementation timelines beyond its immediate effect upon passage.
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