DOCFinal Rule

Removing Obsolete Regulations Establishing Procedures for a Voluntary Labeling Program for Household Appliances and Equipment to Effect Energy Conservation

EnergyEnvironment

Summary

The federal government is removing outdated rules that set up a voluntary program for labeling household appliances and equipment to help consumers save energy. This cleanup removes regulations that are no longer used or needed, simplifying the rules that companies and regulators have to follow.

Key Points

  • 1The Department of Commerce is deleting old regulations about a voluntary energy-saving labeling program for household appliances
  • 2This is a housekeeping action that removes rules that are obsolete or no longer actively used
  • 3Companies will no longer need to follow the specific procedures outlined in these outdated regulations
  • 4Removing these old rules makes the regulatory system simpler and easier to understand
  • 5This does not affect current energy labeling programs like ENERGY STAR, which operate under different rules

Key Dates

Published

January 15, 2026

This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.

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