Yesterday marked a major milestone in our fight for energy choice! The House Energy & Commerce Committee’s Subcommittee on Energy advanced four NEFI-backed bills (with vote count):

• Energy Choice Act, H.R. 3699 - Prevents state and local heating fuel bans (voice vote)
• Don’t Mess With My Home Appliances Act, H.R. 4626 - Prevents appliance efficiency standards from being used to impose "back door" bans on liquid and gas systems (17-14)
• Homeowner Energy Freedom Act, H.R. 4758 - Repeals home electrification subsidies included in the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (16-14)
• Reliable Federal Infrastructure Act, H.R. 4690 - Repeals a law phasing out combustion systems in federal buildings by 2030 (16-14)

Yesterday’s action is the result of years of advocacy by NEFI and its coalition partners. Together, these bills would create comprehensive federal protections for consumer access to heating fuels, appliances, and equipment.

"These four bills collectively safeguard consumer choice, preserve market competition, and promote affordable, reliable, and diverse energy options for American families," said NEFI President & CEO Jim Collura. "NEFI urges Congress to advance this legislation promptly to the full committee and ultimately the House floor."

"In particular, we thank Congressman Nick Langworthy of New York, lead sponsor of the Energy Choice Act, for his exceptional leadership. His tireless work has been instrumental in bringing these bills to this critical juncture," Collura said.

Congressman Nick Langworthy (R-NY-23)
Photo courtesy of the U.S. House Energy & Commerce Committee

The Energy Choice Act continues to gain momentum, now boasting 125 co-sponsors, a dramatic increase from just 25 last session. This surge demonstrates strong bipartisan support for protecting American families from government overreach in the home energy market.

The Energy Choice Act is backed by a strong and diverse coalition of national organizations, including:

• American Exploration and Production Council (AXPC)
• American Gas Association (AGA)
• American Public Gas Association (APGA)
• Americans for Prosperity (AFP)
• Concerned Veterans for America (CVA)
• Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA)
• Energy Marketers of America (EMA)
• GPA Midstream Association
• GPSA Midstream Suppliers
• Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association (HPBA)
• LIBRE Initiative
• National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)
• National Association of Oil and Energy Service Professionals (OESP)
• National Energy and Fuels Institute (NEFI)
• National Hispanic Energy Council
• National Propane Gas Association (NPGA)
• Plumbing Heating Cooling Contractors – National Association (PHCC)
• Pool & Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA)
• National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB)
• U.S. Chamber of Commerce

Many regional, state, and local organizations also support this legislation, including NEFI-affiliated state associations. The bill now moves to the full committee for markup, which may occur as soon as the week of December 1. Afterward, it could potentially receive floor consideration in the coming months.

Voice Your Support!

With markup expected in the coming weeks, broad industry engagement is essential. Members of Congress need to hear from constituents about how these policies impact local families and businesses! Take a moment to send your own letter to Congress!

Our work on this issue is made possible by the generous support of our members and contributions to our advocacy fund. If you're not already a member, please join today. Please also consider contributing – or increasing your contribution – to the NEFI Advocacy Fund.

For more information about this legislation or NEFI's advocacy efforts, contact NEFI Manager of Government Affairs Liam Dotson at liam.dotson@nefi.com.