U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) unveiled the HOUSE Act Tuesday, legislation aimed at repealing federal energy-efficiency mandates for homes financed through the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).

Supporters say the rules, adopted under the Biden administration, make new homes more expensive, pricing some first-time buyers out of the market. “The HOUSE Act repeals these expensive mandates and gives Americans the tools they need to make their dream of owning a home a reality,” Barrasso said.

Ken Gear, CEO of Leading Builders of America, added that first-time buyers, rural families, and lower-income households are hit hardest by the new standards, which could increase down payment requirements.

The bill is backed by more tha

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