H.R. 3341: Liberating Incandescent Technology Act of 2025

This bill, titled the Liberating Incandescent Technology Act of 2025, aims to amend existing U.S. law regarding general service lamps, particularly focusing on incandescent bulbs. Here are the key provisions and intended changes:

General Changes to Standards

The bill proposes to modify the definitions and regulatory framework outlined in the Energy Policy and Conservation Act, specifically regarding general service lamps, which include many types of light bulbs used in homes and businesses.

• The bill seeks to remove specific references to certain standards that limit the use of incandescent bulbs, which have been subject to strict energy efficiency regulations.
• It makes amendments to existing sections in the law to align with the proposed changes in standards for general service lamps.

Removal of Regulatory Rules

The legislation would also effectively nullify several recent rules issued by the Department of Energy (DOE) related to energy conservation standards for general service lamps. These include:

• Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for General Service Lamps (published May 9, 2022).
• Energy Conservation Program: Definitions for General Service Lamps (published May 9, 2022).
• Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for General Service Lamps (published April 19, 2024).

Impact on Incandescent Lamps

One major aspect of the bill is to allow for the increased use of incandescent bulbs by overturning prior regulations that have aimed to phase them out in favor of more energy-efficient lighting solutions.

Conforming Amendments

Along with the removals, the bill includes conforming amendments to ensure all references in the law are updated to reflect the repealing of certain provisions and the redesignation of others.

Summary of Intent

The primary intent of this bill is to reduce regulatory constraints on incandescent lighting technologies, thereby making them more accessible for consumers who prefer these types of bulbs. It aims to revert to less stringent energy efficiency standards for general service lamps, impacting the availability and regulation of incandescent bulbs in the market.

Relevant Companies

• GE: General Electric, a major manufacturer of lighting products, could see changes in production lines and marketing strategies related to incandescent bulb products.
• Signify: Formerly Philips Lighting, this company could be affected in its offerings and compliance with energy efficiency regulations concerning incandescent bulbs.