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House Republicans Criticize Efficiency Rule for Ceiling Fans

Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Hill

House Republicans on the Small Business Committee are criticizing proposed energy-efficiency standards for ceiling fans, arguing that they would burden manufacturers, particularly smaller ones. The Energy Department claims that the rule would significantly reduce fan-related electricity costs and save Americans up to $369 million per year, while reducing air pollution. The department also clarified that the one-time conversion cost for manufacturers would be around $107 million. Efficiency standards for home appliances have become contentious issues under the Biden administration, with Republicans opposing regulations on gas stoves and other appliances.

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Gas stove regulations spark heated debate between Democrats and Republicans.

Originally Published 2 years ago — by Rolling Stone

The House Oversight Committee held a hearing on proposed efficiency standards for gas stoves, which Republicans are framing as an attack on Americans' freedom to choose their cooktops. Democrats criticized the hearing as a waste of time given more pressing issues, such as the ongoing debt-ceiling negotiations. They also pointed out that the proposed standards are not a ban on gas stoves, but rather an effort to regulate indoor air pollution. Lawmakers expressed frustration with the focus on this issue, calling it "dangerous and dumb."

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