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Gas Stove Protection and Freedom Act
12/12/2023, 6:11 AM
Summary of Bill HR 1615
Bill 118 HR 1615, also known as the Gas Stove Protection and Freedom Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address safety concerns related to gas stoves in residential homes while also protecting the rights of individuals to choose their preferred cooking appliances.
The bill proposes several key provisions, including the requirement for all gas stoves to be equipped with safety features such as automatic shut-off valves and carbon monoxide detectors. These measures are intended to prevent accidents and reduce the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning, which can be deadly.
Additionally, the Gas Stove Protection and Freedom Act aims to provide financial assistance to low-income households to help them upgrade their gas stoves to comply with the new safety standards. This provision is designed to ensure that all individuals have access to safe cooking appliances, regardless of their financial situation. Overall, the bill seeks to strike a balance between safety and individual freedom by implementing necessary safety measures for gas stoves while also respecting the rights of individuals to choose their preferred cooking appliances. It is currently under review in Congress, and its fate will be determined by the legislative process.
The bill proposes several key provisions, including the requirement for all gas stoves to be equipped with safety features such as automatic shut-off valves and carbon monoxide detectors. These measures are intended to prevent accidents and reduce the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning, which can be deadly.
Additionally, the Gas Stove Protection and Freedom Act aims to provide financial assistance to low-income households to help them upgrade their gas stoves to comply with the new safety standards. This provision is designed to ensure that all individuals have access to safe cooking appliances, regardless of their financial situation. Overall, the bill seeks to strike a balance between safety and individual freedom by implementing necessary safety measures for gas stoves while also respecting the rights of individuals to choose their preferred cooking appliances. It is currently under review in Congress, and its fate will be determined by the legislative process.
Congressional Summary of HR 1615
Gas Stove Protection and Freedom Act
This bill prohibits the Consumer Product Safety Commission from using federal funds to (1) regulate gas stoves as a banned hazardous product; or (2) issue or enforce a product safety standard that prohibits the use or sale of gas stoves, substantially increases the price of gas stoves, or makes a type of product unavailable based on the kind of fuel it consumes.
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Current Status of Bill HR 1615
Bill HR 1615 is currently in the status of Passed in House since June 13, 2023. Bill HR 1615 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 17, 2023. Bill HR 1615's most recent activity was Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 102. as of June 15, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1615
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1615
Primary Policy Focus
CommerceAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1615
Gas Stove Protection and Freedom Act
Gas Stove Protection and Freedom Act
Gas Stove Protection and Freedom Act
To prohibit the use of Federal funds to ban gas stoves.
Gas Stove Protection and Freedom Act
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1615
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