The Appliance Labeling Rule requires manufacturers to disclose energy information about major household appliances to enable consumers purchasing appliances to compare energy (or water use) of competing models. The Rule's goal is to help consumers conserve energy by enabling them to compare competing products. The Federal Trade Commission has proposed and has now made final amendments to this Rule to require EnergyGuide labels on televisions to help consumers with their purchasing decisions.
US Code:
42 USC 6294
Name of Law: The Energy Policy and Conservation Act of 1975
PL:
Pub.L. 110 - 140 325
Name of Law: Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007
PL: Pub.L. 110 - 140 324(d) Name of Law: Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007
US Code: 42 USC 6291 et seq. Name of Law: Energy Policy and Conservation Act
The additional labeling disclosures will result in an estimated additional 58,867 hours, cumulative of all affected manufacturers, at an estimated labor cost of $874,179, with anticipated additional non-labor costs of $990,000.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that the collection of information encompassed by this request complies with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR 1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding the proposed collection of information, that the certification covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.
Television Labeling Supplemental SS FIN.pdf
The Appliance Labeling Rule