Portable Generator Safety STANDARD Act
12/30/2022, 3:04 AMSummary of Bill HR 6135
Bill 117 HR 6135, also known as the Portable Generator Safety STANDARD Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish safety standards for portable generators in order to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning and other hazards associated with their use.The bill requires the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) to develop and implement a safety standard for portable generators within 18 months of the bill's enactment. This standard would include requirements for warning labels, automatic shut-off mechanisms, and other safety features to protect consumers from the dangers of carbon monoxide exposure.
Additionally, the bill requires manufacturers to provide safety information and education to consumers at the point of sale, including information on proper ventilation and placement of portable generators. It also prohibits the sale of portable generators that do not meet the safety standard established by the CPSC. Overall, the Portable Generator Safety STANDARD Act aims to improve the safety of portable generators and reduce the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning and other hazards associated with their use. This bill has bipartisan support and is currently being considered by Congress for passage into law.
Congressional Summary of HR 6135
Portable Generator Safety Standard To Avoid Needless Deaths And Reduce Disabilities Act or the Portable Generator Safety STANDARD Act
This bill requires the Consumer Product Safety Commission to establish safety standards for portable generators, including requirements related to labeling, minimum cord length, and shutoff capability in an elevated carbon monoxide environment. The commission is authorized to enforce these standards.
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Current Status of Bill HR 6135
Bill HR 6135 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 2, 2021. Bill HR 6135 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on December 2, 2021. Bill HR 6135's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of December 3, 2021Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6135
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6135
Primary Policy Focus
CommercePotential Impact Areas
Administrative law and regulatory proceduresAir qualityConsumer Product Safety CommissionConsumer affairsElectric power generation and transmissionHazardous wastes and toxic substancesProduct safety and qualityAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6135
Portable Generator Safety STANDARD ActPortable Generator Safety STANDARD ActPortable Generator Safety Standard To Avoid Needless Deaths And Reduce Disabilities ActTo direct the Consumer Product Safety Commission to require portable generators to meet certain standards relating to carbon monoxide, and for other purposes.Comments
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