DOE Cuts Red Tape on Energy Power Supply Reporting
Published Date: 4/28/2026
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Summary
The Department of Energy is making it easier for companies by removing some reporting rules for certain power supplies used as service parts. This change mainly affects manufacturers and sellers of these exempt power supplies and starts on May 28, 2026. It cuts red tape without adding costs, helping businesses save time and focus on energy innovation.
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Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Reporting Rule Removed for Exempt Power Supplies
Starting May 28, 2026, the Department of Energy rescinds annual reporting requirements for certain exempt external power supplies (EPSs). The reporting requirement previously applied to EPSs manufactured between February 10, 2016 and February 10, 2020 that are sold as service or spare parts, and required importers or manufacturers who sold more than 1,000 exempt units in aggregate to submit an annual report (due each September 1) showing name/address, brand, and number of units sold for the 12-month period ending July 31.
No Change to Energy Standards or Consumer Costs
This rule only removes an administrative reporting requirement and does not change any energy conservation standards for external power supplies. DOE states it does not expect the rescission to increase energy use, consumer costs, or product prices.
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