This bill mandates the Secretary of Energy to establish a grant program within 180 days of its enactment. The program's primary goal is to facilitate the adoption of solar energy systems and energy storage technologies at Federally qualified health centers (FQHCs). This initiative aims to enhance the energy resilience and sustainability of these critical community health providers by integrating renewable energy solutions. Grants will be awarded to eligible entities, including FQHCs themselves, state or local governments, and certain nonprofit organizations or provider networks. Funds can be used for "qualifying projects," which encompass the direct installation of solar energy systems or energy storage technologies at FQHCs. Additionally, grant amounts may cover technical assistance for the design, installation, operation, or use of these renewable energy solutions. The bill authorizes an appropriation of $50,000,000 for each fiscal year from 2026 through 2030 to implement this program.
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Energy
CHARGE Act of 2025
USA119th CongressHR-6281| House
| Updated: 11/21/2025
This bill mandates the Secretary of Energy to establish a grant program within 180 days of its enactment. The program's primary goal is to facilitate the adoption of solar energy systems and energy storage technologies at Federally qualified health centers (FQHCs). This initiative aims to enhance the energy resilience and sustainability of these critical community health providers by integrating renewable energy solutions. Grants will be awarded to eligible entities, including FQHCs themselves, state or local governments, and certain nonprofit organizations or provider networks. Funds can be used for "qualifying projects," which encompass the direct installation of solar energy systems or energy storage technologies at FQHCs. Additionally, grant amounts may cover technical assistance for the design, installation, operation, or use of these renewable energy solutions. The bill authorizes an appropriation of $50,000,000 for each fiscal year from 2026 through 2030 to implement this program.