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New Energy Efficiency Standards for Room Air Cleaners

This act introduces new energy consumption requirements for household room air cleaners. This means manufacturers will need to offer more energy-efficient devices, potentially leading to lower electricity bills for consumers and improved indoor air quality.
Key points
Room air cleaners are now covered products subject to energy efficiency standards, similar to other household appliances.
Stricter energy consumption standards for these devices will apply from December 31, 2023, and then again from December 31, 2025.
Manufacturers will be required to place energy consumption labels on air cleaners, making it easier for consumers to choose energy-efficient models.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_5258
Sponsor: Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH]
Process start date: 2022-12-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to amend the Energy Policy Conservation Act to provide that consumer room air cleaners are covered products to which certain energy conservation standards apply, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_5258.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-12-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Room air cleaners are now covered products subject to energy efficiency standards, similar to other household appliances.
  • Stricter energy consumption standards for these devices will apply from December 31, 2023, and then again from December 31, 2025.
  • Manufacturers will be required to place energy consumption labels on air cleaners, making it easier for consumers to choose energy-efficient models.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Environment Economy