• The House Energy and Commerce Committee approved the “Energy Advancement and Conservation Act of 2001,” sponsored by Representative Joe Barton (R-TX). The bill includes an Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) suggestion for a public education campaign promoting the advantages of hvacr maintenance checkups. During the committee hearing, Representative Steve Largent (R-OK) introduced an amendment to allow trade, professional, and energy efficiency organizations with hvacr expertise to participate in the program.

    • Publication date: 08/06/2001