SHOWER Act
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AI-generatedSHOWER Act – Plain English Summary
The SHOWER Act is a bill that has passed the House of Representatives and has been sent to the Senate for consideration. Based on its title and the committees involved (House Energy and Commerce, Senate Energy and Natural Resources), this bill likely addresses federal regulations related to showerhead water flow and efficiency standards — an area that has seen previous regulatory activity, including rules governing how much water showerheads are permitted to use per minute.
Federal rules from the Department of Energy currently set limits on water flow for showerheads, and this bill appears aimed at changing, loosening, or clarifying those standards. Such legislation would primarily affect American homeowners and consumers by influencing what types of showerheads are legally available for purchase, as well as manufacturers who produce plumbing fixtures. It could also have implications for water conservation efforts, particularly in regions where water supply is a concern.
It is worth noting that no official bill text or description was provided, so the full details of what exactly the bill changes — such as specific flow rate numbers or enforcement mechanisms — are not available for this summary. The bill passed the House along a largely party-line vote of 226 to 197, indicating it was somewhat controversial. Citizens interested in the specific provisions are encouraged to look up the full bill text on Congress.gov for complete details before forming an opinion.
This summary is AI-generated for informational purposes. Always refer to the official bill text for legal accuracy.
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Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
January 15, 2026
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Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Jan 15, 2026Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Jan 13, 2026Pursuant to clause 1(c) of rule XIX, the House resumed consideration of H.R. 4593.
Jan 13, 2026Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H695-696)
Jan 13, 2026Mr. Riley (NY) moved to recommit to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. (text: CR H695)
Jan 13, 2026The previous question on the motion to recommit was ordered pursuant to clause 2(b) of rule XIX.
Jan 13, 2026On motion to recommit Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 209 - 215 (Roll no. 22).
Jan 13, 2026Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 226 - 197 (Roll no. 23).
Jan 13, 2026On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 226 - 197 (Roll no. 23). (text: CR 1/7/2026 H127)
Jan 13, 2026Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 977. (consideration: CR H127-132)
Jan 7, 2026POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - Pursuant to clause 1(c) of rule XIX, the Chair announced further proceedings on H.R. 4593 would be postponed.
Jan 7, 2026The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
Jan 7, 2026DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 4593.
Jan 7, 2026Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 4593, H.R. 5184 and H.R. 6938. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 4593, H.R. 5184, and H.R. 6938 under a closed rule with one hour of general debate and provides for one motion to recommit on each bill.
Jan 7, 2026Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 977 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 4593, H.R. 5184 and H.R. 6938. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 4593, H.R. 5184, and H.R. 6938 under a closed rule with one hour of general debate and provides for one motion to recommit on each bill.
Jan 7, 2026Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-417.
Dec 30, 2025Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-417.
Dec 30, 2025Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 363.
Dec 30, 2025Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Dec 3, 2025Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 28 - 20.
Dec 3, 2025Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by the Yeas and Nays: 17 - 14.
Nov 19, 2025Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Nov 19, 2025Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Jul 22, 2025Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy.
Jul 22, 2025Introduced in House
Jul 22, 2025Introduced in House
Jul 22, 2025