Rep. Villarreal Files Green Schools Bill

Rep. Mike Villarreal has filed HB 2337 to promote construction of energy-efficient, environmentally-friendly schools. The bill provides increased state support through the Existing Debt Allotment program to districts that build to green standards.

The bill directs the State Energy Conservation Office (SECO) to determine the score necessary in the pre-construction phase of green building rating programs to qualify for the higher level of state assistance.