Bills · HR 7282
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 7282Housing and Community Development
FRAMER Act
INTRO JAN 30· LAST ACTION JAN 30
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because it touches on housing affordability, especially in areas needing economic revitalization. If passed, it could lower the cost of building new homes in Opportunity Zones, potentially leading to more housing options and economic development in these communities. However, it could also create a dynamic where states are incentivized to adopt less stringent energy codes, which might impact the energy efficiency and long-term utility costs of new homes.
If this bill becomes law, states would face a choice: either pay builders for the difference in energy code costs or risk losing federal housing funds. This could influence state decisions on building regulations and impact the cost and energy performance of new homes in specific areas. If it doesn't pass, the current system remains, and states continue to set their own energy codes without this particular federal financial incentive or requirement tied to Opportunity Zone development.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
States must reimburse homebuilders in Opportunity Zones for the extra cost of complying with state energy codes if those codes are more expensive than the federal Minimum Energy Standard.
This provision directly addresses housing costs in specific development zones by offsetting regulatory expenses for builders.
PROVISION 02
To be eligible for certain federal housing and community development funds, states must comply with this reimbursement requirement.
This creates a strong financial incentive for states to either provide reimbursements or potentially adjust their energy codes.
PROVISION 03
Builders who receive these reimbursements must disclose the amount to the first homebuyer and indicate if the payment lowered the home's price.
This ensures transparency for consumers regarding the financial impacts of the policy on their home purchase.
PROVISION 04
The Comptroller General must annually report to Congress on which states are making payments, the amounts paid, and the cost difference between state and federal energy standards.
This provides oversight and data on the program's implementation and financial impact.
PROVISION 05
The entire program, including the state reimbursement requirement, is set to be repealed seven years after the bill becomes law.
This establishes a time limit, making the program a temporary measure rather than a permanent fixture.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJAN 30
Introduced in House
JAN 30
Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 7282
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJan 30, 2026
Last actionJan 30, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · FINANCIAL SERVICES COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JAN 30, 2026
House BillHR 7282Housing and Community Development
FRAMER Act
INTRODUCED JAN 30, 2026· LAST ACTION JAN 30, 2026
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
4 min
COSPONSORS
2
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