Relative to Heat Pump Week in California.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Scott Wiener

Designates a Heat Pump Week to raise awareness of heat pump benefits and promote adoption, without new mandates or funding.

Read. Adopted. (Ayes 29. Noes 5. Page 3916.)

Summary of SR 98 (2025-2026) – Relative to Heat Pump Week in California

Purpose and intent

SR 98 designates a statewide “Heat Pump Week” in California. The resolution acknowledges the role of heat pumps in building decarbonization and energy efficiency and expresses the Legislature’s intention to promote awareness and education about heat pump technology during the designated week.

The measure is a concurrent Senate Resolution, primarily ceremonial, aiming to highlight policy interest in clean heating and cooling technologies and to encourage Californians to consider heat pumps as an energy-efficient alternative to traditional heating and cooling systems.

Key provisions

Proclamation of Heat Pump Week: The resolution designates a specific week (as determined by the Legislature or the relevant authority) as Heat Pump Week within the state.

Purpose statements: The resolution includes findings and statements applauding the efficiency, potential emissions reductions, and economic benefits associated with heat pump technology.

Encouragement to public and stakeholders: The resolution calls on state agencies, local governments, educational institutions, industry stakeholders, and the public to recognize and participate in activities that promote awareness of heat pumps, their benefits, and continued innovation in related technologies.

Who or what would be affected

Legislative audience: State legislators and staff, as well as California agencies and departments involved in energy, environment, and public outreach.

General public: Californians, builders, homeowners, and businesses are encouraged to engage with and learn about heat pump technologies during Heat Pump Week.

Industry and advocacy groups: Utilities, manufacturers, installers, contractors, and environmental organizations may participate in events or outreach activities aligned with the week.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Introduction and referral: The bill was introduced and referred to the Committee on Rules (RLS).

Committee action: The measure was ordered to third reading from the committee on April 7, 2026.

Floor action: Read, adopted, and passed the Senate with a vote of 29 ayes to 5 noes on April 16, 2026.

Status: The resolution is a ceremonial urging or recognition measure, not a bill that imposes new mandates or creates enforceable requirements. It functions as a formal expression of the Legislature to highlight Heat Pump Week.

Practical implications

No new regulatory requirements or funding obligations are imposed by SR 98 itself.

The resolution can serve as a platform for future policy discussions, educational campaigns, or stakeholder events related to heat pumps and decarbonization efforts in California.

It signals bipartisan or cross-party interest in advancing efficient heating and cooling technologies, potentially influencing public perception and stakeholder engagement.

Sponsor notes

Co-sponsor: Scott Wiener

The measure reflects the Legislature’s interest in promoting heat pump adoption as part of broader energy efficiency and climate goals.

If you’d like, I can compare SR 98 to similar commemorative resolutions or place it in the context of California’s broader clean energy policies and heat pump initiatives.