STOP RGGI Act

Progress

Timeline

• Mar 18Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Summary

**What this bill does:** This bill would prevent states from charging fees specifically to fund the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) Energy Efficiency Program. **Who it affects:** - Residents and businesses in northeastern states participating in RGGI (currently Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, and Vermont) - State governments that collect these fees - Energy efficiency programs that rely on this funding **What would change:** If passed, states could no longer impose charges or fees on utility bills or other sources specifically earmarked for RGGI's energy efficiency programs. This could reduce funding for programs that help people and businesses save energy through rebates, weatherization, and efficiency upgrades. States would need to find alternative funding sources for these programs or reduce their scope. **Current status:** The bill is under review in congressional committee and has not been voted on by the full House.

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