The Home Modifications for the Climate Crisis Act expands the types of home modifications that older Americans can receive support for under the existing Older Americans Act. Specifically, the bill allows funding for climate-related improvements such as air quality monitors, ventilation upgrades, home electrification, cooling and heating systems, and energy efficiency upgrades designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and indoor pollution. The legislation also enables seniors to access assistance with utility costs through low-income energy assistance programs and extends these services to multi-family dwellings, rental properties, and homes where an older person lives with younger residents. The bill amends Section 321 of the Older Americans Act but does not specify new funding amounts or implementation timelines in the text provided. This change primarily affects low-income seniors seeking to make their homes safer and more energy-efficient in response to climate-related challenges.
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