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Read. Follow. Verify.Congressional Hearing on Gas Stove Regulations
Record date · January 1, 2023
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What This Bill Does
The House Subcommittee on Economic Growth, Energy Policy, and held a hearing on May 24, 2023, to examine the Biden Administration's regulatory approach toward gas stoves. The session featured testimony from industry representatives and policy experts regarding the potential impact of energy efficiency standards on consumer choice.
The hearing addresses the federal government's authority to set energy efficiency standards for household appliances, which directly impacts the future availability and design of gas stoves for American consumers.
Who It Affects
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American Gas Association
The association represents natural gas utilities and provides testimony on regulatory impacts.
Appliance Standards Awareness Project
The organization provides expertise on appliance energy efficiency standards.
U.S. Department of Energy
The agency is responsible for drafting and implementing the energy efficiency regulations discussed.
Key Facts
- The hearing took place on May 24, 2023, in the Rayburn House Office Building.
- The Subcommittee examined the Biden Administration's regulatory actions concerning gas stove efficiency standards.
- Four witnesses provided testimony: Matthew Agen, Kenny Stein, Ben Lieberman, and Andrew deLaski.
- Two Department of Energy officials, Alejandro Moreno and Dr. Carolyn Snyder, were invited but not present.
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- Several documents were entered into the record, including letters to the Department of Energy and statements from industry associations.
- The hearing included a formal request for questions for the record to be submitted to witnesses.
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Regulatory Scrutiny
The hearing highlights a trend of increased congressional oversight regarding the Department of Energy's appliance efficiency rulemaking process.
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