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H.R. 6578

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To exempt decorative hearth products from energy efficiency regulation under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act.
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Committee
Latest Action · October 26, 2012
Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Power.
Congress
112th (2011–2013)
Introduced
October 23, 2012
Cosponsors (4)
1D 3R
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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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