WASHINGTON, Feb. 24 -- The House Energy & Commerce Committee issued the following news release:

WASHINGTON, D.C.-Today, Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02),Chairmanof the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, delivered remarks on the House floor regarding H.R.4626, theHome Appliance Protection and Affordability Act.

ChairmanGuthrie's remarks onH.R.4626, theHome Appliance Protection and Affordability Act:

"I rise in support of H.R. 4626 the Home Appliance Protection and Affordability Act, sponsored by my colleague from Georgia's 12th District.

"This legislation modernizes energy efficiency authorities to lower costs for households and protect consumer choice.

"The Energy Policy and Conservation Act, or EPCA, was established in 1975 amid...