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BillHR 4626 · 119

Home Appliance Protection and Affordability Act

Introduced
Jul 23, 2025
Cosponsors
0
Traction
0
Last Action
Feb 25, 2026

Bill Summary

Repeals energy efficiency standards for certain home appliances, allowing manufacturers to produce products that may consume more energy. Rolls back existing regulations on appliance energy usage.

Sponsored By

Rick W. Allen
Republican · Georgia · House

Bill Journey

  1. Jul 23, 2025
  5. Feb 25, 2026You Are Here

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects consumers who purchase home appliances, potentially leading to higher energy bills, and manufacturers of home appliances, which may see reduced production costs. It also impacts the environment, as less efficient appliances may increase energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Republican1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%
Latest floor voteFeb 24, 2026
217–190

Documents

1

Full text opens on congress.gov, the official source.

Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicPlanet & Climate
CommitteeCommittee on Energy and Natural Resources
IntroducedJul 23, 2025
Last UpdatedFeb 25, 2026
Latest ActionReceived in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Subjects
  • Climate

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.