DeGette, Ellmers Bill to Assist Innovation in LED-Lighting Advances Through Committee with Unanimous Support

Washington, DC – Today, Representatives Diana DeGette (D-CO-01) and Renee Ellmers (R-NC-02) led their colleagues to advance their bill, the EPS Improvement Act of 2016 through committee. The EPS Improvement Act of 2016 would ensure Light Emitting Diode (LED)-lighting technology is able to continue its proven track-record of energy-efficiency innovation.

“It is vital that we keep policy intended to encourage the development of energy-efficient technology current with the latest energy-efficient innovations,” said Rep. DeGette. “This bill updates Department of Energy energy-efficiency standards, allows the LED lighting revolution to continue, and lowers prices for every American business and household. I look forward to working with my colleagues to bring this to the House floor next week and pass it as soon as possible.”

The EPS Improvement Act of 2016 advanced through full committee markup by voice vote.