The House approved a Home Star energy retrofit bill (H.R. 5019) that would authorize $6 billion for the fiscal 2010-2011 period to establish a rebate program for energy-efficient home improvements.rnThe vote on the bill was 246-161, and President Obama hailed the House action.rn"This rebate program will not only put people back to work, it will lower costs for homeowners who choose to improve their home with products like energy-efficient windows, water heaters, and air conditioners," Obama said. "And it will also save consumers money on energy bills down the road."
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