Jun.l1. 2013 2:29PM 

SUSAN W. BROOKS 

MEMSEA OF CONGillOSa 

6TH DISYf<.ICi, INDIANA. 

1505 LONGWORTH HOUSE OFFICE BUILDING 

WASHINGTON, DC 2:0515 

(202) 2.25~22)6 

11611 NOATH MERIDIAN ST1!.EET, SUITE ~15 

CARMEL, IN 46032 

120 EAST 6TH STAEET, SUITE 101 

ANDERSON, IN 46()15 

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The Honorable Kathleen B. Hogan 

Deputy Assistant Secretary 

U.s. Department of Energy 

1000 Independence Ave. SW 

Washington, DC 20585 

June 11, 2013 

RE; RIN: 1904-AC87 (Ceiling Fans and Ceiling Fan Light Kits) 

Dear Deputy Assistant Secretary Hogan: 

No.0068 P. 2 

EDUCATION AND THE WORKFORCE 

SU9COMMIITEfS: 

EARLY CHILDHOOD, ELEMENTARY, AND S~(;;ON~f'lfly' 

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HIGHeR ECluCAilOIlJ AND WOAKFOACE T!l:A.ININI3 

H~A.I."'H, EMf'LOVMENT, LABOR, AND FENSIONS 

COMMITTEE 

HOMELAND SECURITY 

SUBCOMMIn'E!O"S: 

CHAIR, E~RClENCY PREPAREDNESS, AE8PONSE, 

AND COMMUNICATIONS 

TRANSPOI\TATIOf'J Si!Cui1l'fY 

COMMITTEE 

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I am writing to COl1)lllent on the Department of Energy's (DOE) Framework Document for 

Ceiling Fans and Ceiling Fan Light Kits, My district is home to one of the world's preeminent 

ceiling fan manufacturers, and I am concerned about the repercussions of more regulation on this 

important global industry. It is my concern that added standards will lead to a drop in ceiling fan 

sales, which in tum will cause consumers to rely on other cooling. systems that use significantly 

more electricity. There are other devastating realities the ceiling fan industry will face if 

burdened with l)l.ore conservation standards on their products, iuCluding significant loss of 

Americanjobs, decreased ingenuity, and more red-tape. Therefore, when contemplating further 

regulation, I strongly urge you to follow your stated goal of determining whether such standards 

are "economically feasible." 

Ceiling fans are inherently energy saving products and actually help conserve energy for millions 

of Americans, In fact General Electric has published an article stating that an average electric 

furnace consumes 17,221 watts of electricity during operation, central air consumes 5,000 watts 

of electricity during operation, and a ceiling fan consumes just 30 watts when operating under 

average climate conditions. This highlights the need for the DOE to COnsider ceiling fan 

standards within the larger context of cooling appliances and not just within an incredibly narrow 

niche market. 

I am concerned with two lines of discussion within the Framework Document. Analysis found in 

sections 6.2.1.1 and 6.2.1.3 indicates that there might be substantial changes to both motor and blade 

design standards. From talking to industry leaders, I know that further regulations on these 

components will greatly impact existing manufacturing, which will ultimately burden tbe 

consumer with higher costs while decreasing market demand. In order for consumers to continue 

to use energy' efficient and affordable fans, the industry needs to have the flexibility to continue 

to create innovative products as the market demands. Government interference will halt 

innovation and push the industry towards homogenous products that are unpalatable to the 

consumer. 

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I believe after receiving input from stakeholders, you will agree with me that fUlther regulatOlY 

action on ceiling fans and ceiling fan light kits will actually be counterproductive and 

economically disadvantageous for both American households and small businesses. Thank you 

for your consideration and thoJ:ough review of this timely matter. 

Sincerely, 

Member of Congress 

CC: Jeffery Lane, Assistant Secretary for Congressional and Intergovernmentill Affairs. 
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Congresswoman Susan W. Brooks 

Fifth District, Indiana 

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