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On May 9, 2025, President Donald J. Trump announced the rescinding of water pressure and efficiency standards for household appliances. The memorandum instructs the Secretary of Energy to review and potentially eliminate rules that limit water use in various appliances. The administration argues that these rules have made appliances less effective and more expensive. This action is part of a broader initiative by President Trump to reduce government regulations on consumer goods, with the goal of enhancing affordability and functionality for American households.

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