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Federal Register · July 2, 2025
The title they went with Energy Conservation Standards for Manufactured Housing Noisy translates that to

New energy efficiency rules for manufactured homes are delayed indefinitely

What happened
The US Department of Energy has postponed the date when manufactured homes must meet new energy efficiency standards. This means manufacturers will not have to build more energy-efficient homes by the previously set deadline of July 1, 2025.
Why it matters
The US government has been trying to update energy efficiency standards for manufactured homes for years. This delay means that the current, less stringent standards will remain in place for longer. It also signals that the Department of Energy is struggling to implement these new rules, which could affect future efforts to improve energy efficiency in housing.
The signal
Watch for a new proposed compliance date or revised enforcement procedures from the Department of Energy, which would indicate if and when these standards will actually take effect.
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