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Ellmers Introduces Pro-Consumer, Pro-Manufacturing Legislation

Statement

Date: Feb. 4, 2016
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: Energy

Congresswoman Renee Ellmers (R-NC-02) issued the below release following introduction of H.R. 4444 -- The External Power Supply (EPS) Improvement Act of 2016.
"Today's bipartisan legislation is essential to rolling back an outdated and misguided regulation issued by the Department of Energy (DOE). This proposed rule has caused uncertainty within the manufacturing sector, which has the potential to jeopardize jobs, stifle innovation, and diminish the availability of energy-efficient lighting available to consumers.

"This pro-consumer, pro-manufacturing legislation will allow American consumers to purchase lighting technologies in order to lower their utility bills while also providing clarity in the marketplace. There is a need for swift action on this legislation, as the DOE's final rule is set to go into effect this month."


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