H.R.3341 - Liberating Incandescent Technology Act of 2025; LIT Act of 2025 (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R.3341, the Liberating Incandescent Technology Act of 2025 (LIT Act of 2025), seeks to amend the Energy Policy and Conservation Act to modify standards for general service lamps. The bill aims to remove specific energy efficiency standards for light bulbs, effectively allowing the return of less energy-efficient incandescent bulbs. It strikes certain sections related to general service lamps and their energy conservation standards from existing law.
Expected Effects
If enacted, the LIT Act would eliminate current energy efficiency standards for general service lamps. This would likely lead to increased energy consumption and potentially higher electricity bills for consumers who choose to use incandescent bulbs. It could also reduce the demand for more energy-efficient lighting technologies like LEDs.
Potential Benefits
- Increased consumer choice in lighting options.
- Potential for lower upfront costs for light bulbs (incandescent bulbs are typically cheaper than LEDs).
- Reduced regulatory burden on manufacturers of incandescent bulbs.
- May appeal to consumers who prefer the light quality of incandescent bulbs.
- Could lead to innovation in incandescent technology.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Increased energy consumption and potential strain on the power grid.
- Higher electricity bills for consumers using incandescent bulbs due to their lower energy efficiency.
- Negative impact on environmental protection efforts due to increased energy consumption.
- Potential slowdown in the adoption of more energy-efficient lighting technologies.
- Contradicts the long-term goals of energy conservation and sustainability.
Most Disadvantaged Areas:
Constitutional Alignment
The bill falls under Congress's power to regulate commerce, as outlined in Article I, Section 8, Clause 3 (the Commerce Clause) of the US Constitution, which grants Congress the power to regulate interstate commerce, including energy standards. However, the debate centers on whether the specific policy choices within the bill best serve the general welfare, as mentioned in the Preamble. The bill does not appear to infringe on any specific individual rights or liberties protected by the Constitution or its amendments.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).