Heffley Fights to Protect Pennsylvanians’ Right to Grill
HARRISBURG – Rep. Doyle Heffley (R-Carbon) is opposed to
House Bill 660, legislation that would impose aggressive energy efficiency standards on household appliances, including outdoor grills. He warns the bill could lead to higher costs for families and businesses, limit consumer choice, and even open the door for municipalities to restrict outdoor grilling.
“Outdoor grilling is a cherished tradition for families across the Commonwealth,” said Heffley. “House Bill 660 doesn’t just raise prices; it threatens personal freedom and could allow local governments to interfere with how Pennsylvanians enjoy their own backyards.”
Heffley authored an amendment to guarantee the right to grill responsibly without local interference, but House progressives refused to allow a vote on his proposal during House voting session earlier this week.
“Energy efficiency matters, but it must be balanced with affordability, practicality and personal freedom,” Heffley added. “Government should not be in the business of picking winners and losers or creating a patchwork of regulations that drive up costs and reduce options.”
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) in Pennsylvania and the Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry have joined Heffley in opposing House Bill 660, citing concerns the bill prioritizes marginal energy savings over performance, creates inconsistent standards, and will ultimately increase costs for families and businesses.
“We should focus on helping working families, not adding rules that make appliances more expensive and limit how people prepare a home-cooked meal,” Heffley said. “I will continue fighting to protect your right to choose the appliances that work best for your home and your traditions.”
Representative Doyle Heffley
122nd District
Pennsylvania House of Representatives
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