H.R. 6271 would provide for a green building certification program as part of the Energy Star program.

== Detailed Summary ==

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(Log inRequires the Secretary of Energy to: (1) expand the Energy Star program to editinclude the wikicertification of buildings as green buildings; and be(2) study and make recommendations concerning the first to providestreamlining of the certification process, development of an online certification program, and design of a detailed summaryprogram allowing certification by those without green building expertise.

Defines &quot;green building&quot; as a building constructed taking into account sustainable site development, water savings, energy efficiency, materials selection, indoor environmental quality, life-cycle concerns of building materials (including emissions and environmental impact), and transit and density-oriented development.

Requires a report to Congress setting forth the design of the bill!)expanded program.
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== Status of the Legislation ==

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Latest Major Action: 6/12/2008: Referred to House committee. Status: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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== Points in Favor ==

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