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Mandatory Safety Standards for Portable Electric Heaters to Prevent Fires.

This law requires the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) to establish new, mandatory safety standards for portable electric heaters. The main goal is to significantly reduce the risk of fires and injuries by requiring devices to automatically shut off when reaching a hazardous temperature. This ensures that all new heaters sold meet higher consumer protection standards.
Key points
All new portable heaters must include an automatic shut-off feature when overheating to prevent household fires.
The CPSC will set minimum mandatory safety standards, potentially stricter than current voluntary industry norms.
These changes directly increase home safety, protecting lives and property from hazards associated with faulty heating devices.
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Print number: 118_HR_823
Sponsor: Rep. Torres, Ritchie [D-NY-15]
Process start date: 2023-02-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Safer Heat Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_823.

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 2023-02-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • All new portable heaters must include an automatic shut-off feature when overheating to prevent household fires.
  • The CPSC will set minimum mandatory safety standards, potentially stricter than current voluntary industry norms.
  • These changes directly increase home safety, protecting lives and property from hazards associated with faulty heating devices.
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. Torres, Ritchie [D-NY-15].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Innovation, Data, and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

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

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