H.R. 6578 (112th): To exempt decorative hearth products from energy efficiency regulation under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act.

Introduced:
Oct 23, 2012 (112th Congress, 2011–2013)
Sponsor:
Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers [R-WA5]
Status:
Died (Referred to Committee)

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This bill was introduced on October 23, 2012, in a previous session of Congress, but was not enacted.

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Introduced Oct 23, 2012
Referred to Committee Oct 23, 2012
Cosponsors
4 cosponsors (3R, 1D) (show)
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House Energy and Commerce

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Last updated Oct 23, 2012.
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10/23/2012--Introduced.
Amends the Energy Policy and Conservation Act to exempt decorative hearth products from consideration as direct heating equipment subject to the Act's energy efficiency standards.
Defines a "decorative hearth product" as a vented gas fireplace, stove, gas fireplace insert, or gas log set that is:
(1) not certified to the ANSI Z21.88 standard and, in the case of vented gas fireplaces, stoves, and gas fireplace inserts, is certified to the ANSI Z21.50 standard; and
(2) sold without a thermostat and with a warranty provision expressly voiding manufacturer warranties in the event the product is used with a thermostat.

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  • Title 42: THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE
  • Chapter 77: ENERGY CONSERVATION
  • Subchapter III: IMPROVING ENERGY EFFICIENCY
  • Part A: Energy Conservation Program for Consumer Products Other Than Automobiles
  • Section 6291: Definitions