bolstering American energy independence
Bolster American energy independence.
Occurrences
bolstering American energy independence
Evidence
The article says the Shower Act was written by Rep. Russell Fry and would loosen federal showerhead efficiency standards, which critics said could increase energy use.
AP reported the House passed Fry's Shower ACT 226-197, but Senate prospects were still uncertain.
Assessments
Fry materially advanced a House bill touching energy-efficiency rules, but the evidence does not show an enacted policy or a concrete energy-independence result. The measure passed the House only, with Senate prospects still uncertain, so the promise was not delivered despite a serious legislative effort.