Feds Hit Pause on Washer-Dryer Efficiency Tests: Laundry Day Saved?
Published Date: 2/5/2025
Rule
Summary
The government is pushing back the start date for new testing rules on home and commercial washers and dryers. This gives manufacturers more time to adjust and lets everyone share their thoughts on the delay and the rules themselves. If you make or sell these machines, keep an eye out for updates that could affect your plans and costs.
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Delay Gives Makers More Time
The Department of Energy has delayed the effective date of a final rule that changes test procedures for residential and commercial clothes washers and consumer clothes dryers. If you make or sell these machines, the delay gives you extra time to adjust your plans and costs and you should watch for updates and possible further delays.
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