Home Appliance Protection and Affordability Act
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AI-generatedPlain-English Summary: Home Appliance Protection and Affordability Act
This bill appears to focus on home appliances — such as washing machines, dishwashers, refrigerators, or similar household products — likely addressing federal energy efficiency standards or regulations that govern how these products are designed and sold in the United States. Based on the bill's title, it seems intended to either limit, roll back, or place restrictions on new federal efficiency requirements for home appliances, with the stated goal of keeping consumer prices lower or preserving more product choices for American households.
The bill would most directly affect American consumers who purchase home appliances, as well as the manufacturers and retailers who make and sell them. Supporters of measures like this generally argue that federal efficiency mandates can raise the upfront cost of appliances or reduce the variety of products available to buyers. Those with concerns about such measures often point out that efficiency standards can lower long-term energy bills and reduce environmental impact, even if initial purchase prices are higher.
It is worth noting that no official bill text or description was provided, so this summary is based on the bill's title and legislative history rather than confirmed specific provisions. The bill passed the House of Representatives by a vote of 217 to 190, a relatively close margin, and has been referred to the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, where it currently awaits further action. Readers are encouraged to look up the full bill text for complete details on its specific provisions.
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Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
February 25, 2026
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Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Feb 25, 2026Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 4626 and H.R. 4758. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 4626 and H.R. 4758 under a closed rule with one motion to recommit for each bill. The resolution provides for one hour of general debate on each bill.
Feb 24, 2026Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 1075 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 4626 and H.R. 4758. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 4626 and H.R. 4758 under a closed rule with one motion to recommit for each bill. The resolution provides for one hour of general debate on each bill.
Feb 24, 2026Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1075. (consideration: CR H2269-2276)
Feb 24, 2026Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Feb 24, 2026On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 217 - 190 (Roll no. 76). (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR H4679-4681)
Feb 24, 2026Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 217 - 190 (Roll no. 76). (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR H4679-4681)
Feb 24, 2026On motion to recommit Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 197 - 208 (Roll no. 75). (CR H2285)
Feb 24, 2026Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H2279-2286)
Feb 24, 2026POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H.R. 4626, the Chair put the question on motion to recommit and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Suozzi demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
Feb 24, 2026The previous question on the motion to recommit was ordered pursuant to clause 2(b) of rule XIX.
Feb 24, 2026Mr. Suozzi moved to recommit to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. (CR H2285)
Feb 24, 2026The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
Feb 24, 2026DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 4626.
Feb 24, 2026Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-470.
Jan 30, 2026Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 401.
Jan 30, 2026Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-470.
Jan 30, 2026Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 26 - 22.
Dec 3, 2025Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Dec 3, 2025Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Nov 19, 2025Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 17 - 14.
Nov 19, 2025Introduced in House
Jul 23, 2025Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy.
Jul 23, 2025Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Jul 23, 2025Introduced in House
Jul 23, 2025