Analyst Brief February 19, 2026

H.R. 4758 — Homeowner Energy Freedom Act

Current Status

Committed to the Committee of the Whole House on the State of the Union and ordered to be printed

Executive Summary

H.R. 4758 aims to repeal specific provisions within Public Law 117-169 that provide taxpayer subsidies for home electrification. The bill targets sections related to high-efficiency electric home rebate programs, state-based home energy efficiency contractor training grants, and assistance for adopting the latest energy codes. This action is positioned as a move to reduce taxpayer burden and eliminate what proponents may view as unnecessary government intervention in home electrification. The bill has been reported by committee and is awaiting further action.

Bill Data

Primary Sponsor

Mr. GOLDMAN (R-TX)

Bill Number

H. R. 4758

Session

119th

Co-Sponsors

Mr. ELLZEYMr. CRENSHAW
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Arguments For

  • Argument 1: Eliminating these subsidies reduces the financial burden on taxpayers, potentially freeing up resources for other priorities or reducing the national debt.
  • Argument 2: Repealing these provisions aligns with a limited government philosophy, reducing federal intervention in the housing and energy sectors.
  • Argument 3: Supporters can argue that the private sector is better equipped to drive innovation and efficiency in home electrification without government subsidies.
  • Argument 4: This bill provides a clear contrast with the previous administration's energy policies, offering a political win for the current party.

Likely Supporters

RepublicansTaxpayer advocacy groupsFree-market think tanks

Arguments Against

  • Argument 1: Opponents will argue that repealing these subsidies will slow down the transition to cleaner energy and hinder efforts to combat climate change.
  • Argument 2: Critics may claim that this bill disproportionately impacts low- and middle-income families who benefit from the subsidies for home electrification.
  • Argument 3: Repealing the contractor training grants could lead to a shortage of skilled workers in the energy efficiency sector, hindering adoption of new technologies.
  • Argument 4: The bill could face strong opposition from environmental groups and renewable energy advocates, leading to a protracted legislative battle.

Likely Opponents

DemocratsEnvironmental organizationsRenewable energy industry groups

📋 Key Provisions

  • Repeals Section 50122 of Public Law 117–169 (42 U.S.C. 18795a) concerning high-efficiency electric home rebate programs.
  • Repeals Section 50123 of Public Law 117–169 (42 U.S.C. 18795b) regarding state-based home energy efficiency contractor training grants.
  • Repeals Section 50131 of Public Law 117–169 (136 Stat. 2041) related to assistance for latest and zero building energy code adoption.
  • Rescinds unobligated balances made available under sections 50122 and 50131 of Public Law 117–169.
  • Conforms Section 50121(c)(7) of Public Law 117–169 by removing reference to rebates.
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Repeals the section related to high-efficiency electric home rebate programs.

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"(1) Section 50122 of Public Law 117–169"

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Repeals the section related to state-based home energy efficiency contractor training grants.

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"(2) Section 50123 of Public Law 117–169"

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Repeals the section related to assistance for latest and zero building energy code adoption.

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"(3) Section 50131 of Public Law 117–169"

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Rescinds unobligated balances under sections 50122 and 50131.

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"The unobligated balances of any amounts made"

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Amends Section 50121(c)(7) by striking a reference to rebates.

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"50121(c)(7) of Public Law 117–169"