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To prohibit the Secretary of Energy from finalizing a proposed rule related to consumer conventional cooking products, and for other purposes.

2/5/2024, 2:30 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3818

Bill 118 hr 3818, also known as the "Consumer Conventional Cooking Products Act," aims to prevent the Secretary of Energy from implementing a proposed rule that would impact consumer conventional cooking products. The bill seeks to protect consumers' ability to choose and use traditional cooking appliances without interference from government regulations.

The proposed rule in question would potentially restrict the availability and use of conventional cooking products, such as gas stoves and ovens, in favor of more energy-efficient alternatives. Proponents of the bill argue that consumers should have the freedom to decide which cooking appliances best suit their needs and preferences, without government intervention.

If passed, this bill would prevent the Secretary of Energy from finalizing the proposed rule and ensure that consumers can continue to access and use conventional cooking products without unnecessary restrictions. The bill aims to uphold consumer choice and protect the traditional cooking methods that many Americans rely on in their daily lives.

Congressional Summary of HR 3818

This bill prohibits the Department of Energy from finalizing, implementing, administering, or enforcing the proposed rule titled Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Conventional Cooking Products; Supplemental Notice of Proposed Rulemaking and announcement of public meeting with respect to energy conservation standards for gas kitchen ranges and ovens, or any other substantially similar rule, including any rule that would directly or indirectly limit consumer access to gas kitchen ranges or ovens.

Current Status of Bill HR 3818

Bill HR 3818 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 5, 2023. Bill HR 3818 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 5, 2023.  Bill HR 3818's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy, Climate and Grid Security. as of June 9, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3818

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3818

Primary Policy Focus

Energy

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3818

To prohibit the Secretary of Energy from finalizing a proposed rule related to consumer conventional cooking products, and for other purposes.
To prohibit the Secretary of Energy from finalizing a proposed rule related to consumer conventional cooking products, and for other purposes.

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