State Issues

Many state legislatures are actively considering legislation that would provide for state-specific energy efficiency standards, restrictions on the use of certain substances in appliance design and use, and mandatory producer responsibility. AHAM is active in monitoring and advocating before state legislatures and executive agencies with regard to the issues described below.

Energy Efficiency
State legislatures and governments are increasingly active on legislation and regulations that would provide for energy standards on appliances.

Climate Change
State legislatures and some agencies are considering laws that would limit carbon emissions. Some of these laws impact the appliance industry and the refrigerants used on certain products.

Electronic Waste/Extended Producer Responsibility
As the debate on the environment grows, states are considering legislation to limit the amount of electronics products (E-Waste) that reaches landfills.

Indoor Air Quality
A number of states are interested in regulating indoor air quality, and with it, home appliances.

Warranty Legislation
The Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) is the basis for regulating warranties at the state level.  In addition, many states have passed laws or introduced legislation to supplement the UCC.