The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 6796, aims to amend current statutes to authorize the use of bond funds specifically for the installation of heat pumps in elderly housing, nursing homes, and low-income housing located in economically disadvantaged communities. This initiative is designed to provide more efficient heating and cooling solutions for high-risk residents, thereby lowering their energy costs and contributing to a reduction in emissions through the adoption of advanced energy technology.

The bill does not include any deletions from current law but introduces new legal language that emphasizes the focus on disadvantaged communities and the specific types of housing that will benefit from the bond funds. The overarching goal is to enhance the living conditions of vulnerable populations while promoting environmental sustainability.