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Prohibition on Gas Stove Restrictions: Protecting Consumer Choice

This bill aims to block a proposed Department of Energy rule that could limit the availability of gas stoves. This means citizens will retain their freedom to choose cooking appliances, and manufacturers will not be forced to remove most current gas stove models from the market.
Key points
The bill seeks to prevent new energy consumption standards that could eliminate 96% of current gas stove models from the market.
Its goal is to protect citizens' right to choose gas stoves and avoid increased energy prices.
The bill opposes measures that could restrict access to natural gas as a home energy source.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_3818
Sponsor: Rep. Newhouse, Dan [R-WA-4]
Process start date: 2023-06-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

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

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_3818.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-06-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The bill seeks to prevent new energy consumption standards that could eliminate 96% of current gas stove models from the market.
  • Its goal is to protect citizens' right to choose gas stoves and avoid increased energy prices.
  • The bill opposes measures that could restrict access to natural gas as a home energy source.
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 Rep. Newhouse, Dan [R-WA-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy, Climate and Grid Security.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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