AHAM Focus > Public Policy
Public Policy
Public policies in the form of laws and regulations, whether in effect or in the proposal stage, can significantly impact the design and manufacture of home appliances. Energy, environmental, safety, trade and other public policy issues are monitored closely by AHAM staff in the legislative, and regulatory level in the state, federal and international arenas for any impact on the membership and its customers. Members benefit from AHAM's access, intelligence, analysis and advocacy on a wide range of public policy issues. AHAM also provides a lawful forum for members to discuss such issues and respond with responsible policy positions. AHAM policy priorities are developed by its membership divisions through government relations committees and task forces. Frequently, AHAM testifies before Congress and other governmental bodies, lobbies on behalf of the membership and coordinates member company advocacy through a grassroots legislative network.
International Issues
Information on International laws and regulations relating to energy efficiency, trade, recycling and environmental issues that are being considered or implemented by individual countries and international governing bodies.
Federal Regulatory Issues
Information on AHAM activities related to U.S. federal agencies such as the Department of Energy, the Environmental Protection Agency, the Federal Trade Commission, and the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Federal Legislative Issues
Information on priority legislation being considered by the U.S. Congress.
State Issues
Information on legislative and regulatory activities in the U.S. states.
Information on how AHAM members can get involved and help advance the industry’s public policy priorities.
AHAM Government Relations priorities and positions are determined by each division's Government Relations Council (GRC). Member log in is required to view Government Relations Council Minutes.
AHAM has been active on several priority public policy issues including:
Federal Energy Legislation
The FTC’s EnergyGuide LabelState Energy Efficiency Legislation
Ontario Product Take Back Legislation