Trump Repeals Biden-Era Showerhead Regulations in New Executive Order
President Trump restores previous showerhead standards, arguing that Biden-era regulations limited water flow and affected consumer satisfaction.
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Summary
On April 10, 2025, President Trump issued an executive order repealing showerhead regulations set by the Biden administration, which prioritized water conservation. The order reverts to the 1992 definition from the Energy Policy Conservation Act, capping water flow at 2.5 gallons per minute. In the Oval Office, Trump criticized the prior regulations for being excessive, calling them a hindrance to his showering routine. Critics, including energy policy experts, claim that while Trump’s order alters definitions, it does not change statutory limits. To fully deregulate shower flow would require congressional action, as the law remains intact.
Perspectives
Trump's executive order updates the definition of 'showerhead' to align with the Oxford English Dictionary, aiming to simplify regulations while still adhering to the 1992 energy law's 2.5 gallons per minute maximum flow rate.
Regulatory inconsistencies due to previous administrations highlight the ongoing need for Congressional action to stabilize the market for home appliances, emphasizing the importance of predictable policies for manufacturers.
While the executive order seeks to ease regulation surrounding showerheads, it does not eliminate the statutory limits already in place, indicating that broader legislative action will be necessary to fully deregulate the appliance market.
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