04.10.25

Hoeven Votes to Overturn Biden-Era Rule Banning More Affordable Natural Gas Water Heaters

WASHINGTON – Senator John Hoeven today voted for a Congressional Review Act resolution of disapproval to overturn a Biden-era Department of Energy (DOE) rule that would have effectively banned the most affordable tankless water heater options, forcing consumers to pay an extra $450 for alternatives. The Biden-era rule raised the energy efficiency standards for new tankless water heaters by 11 to 15 percent, resulting in the removal of roughly forty percent of the existing market for tankless water heaters.

“We voted to overturn the Biden administration’s overly stringent standards for tankless water heaters that would have removed the most affordable options from the market,” said Hoeven. “Americans should be able to choose the water heater that works best for their budget and their home, not forced to use a more expensive alternative.”

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