SHOWER Act

Hozzl · 2026-01-17T05:53:16Z

Explore the details of House Bill 4593 SHOWER Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Energy. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/17/2026, 5:53 AM

Summary of Bill HR 4593

The bill "To amend the Energy Policy and Conservation Act to revise the definition of showerhead" was introduced in the 119th Congress on July 22, 2025.

Congressional Summary of HR 4593

Saving Homeowners from Overregulation With Exceptional Rinsing Act or the SHOWER Act

This bill provides statutory authority for a revised definition of showerhead for the purpose of federal water efficiency regulations. Specifically, the bill adopts the definition of showerhead established by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME). The bill also requires the Department of Energy (DOE) to revise existing regulations to reflect the new definition.

Executive Order 14264 (titled Maintaining Acceptable Water Pressure in Showerheads and issued on April 9, 2025) directed DOE to rescind its regulatory definition of showerhead. This bill provides statutory authority for a new definition that replaces the rescinded regulations.

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Current Status of Bill HR 4593

Bill HR 4593 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since January 15, 2026. Bill HR 4593 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on July 22, 2025. Bill HR 4593's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. as of January 15, 2026