This bill aims to update New Hampshire's building code to align with more recent energy efficiency standards by incorporating the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code. Specifically, it amends the definition of the "state building code" in RSA 155-A:1, IV, by replacing the previous 2018 version of the International Energy Conservation Code with the 2021 version, or a similar code that achieves equivalent or greater energy savings. This change is intended to enhance the state's eligibility for federal funding opportunities related to energy efficiency, such as those provided by the Inflation Reduction Act and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.

The bill also outlines the purpose of ensuring that New Hampshire builders adopt these updated codes to facilitate access to federal funding. The effective date for this new legislation is set for July 1, 2025. By implementing these changes, the state aims to improve energy conservation efforts and promote sustainable building practices.

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Introduced: 155-A:1