H.R.973

Setting Consumer Standards for Lithium-Ion Batteries Act

Chamber Passed·4/29/25

Establishes consumer standards for lithium-ion batteries used in micromobility products.

The Setting Consumer Standards for Lithium-Ion Batteries Act mandates the Consumer Product Safety Commission to adopt specific safety standards for lithium-ion batteries in micromobility products. These standards include ANSI/CAN/UL 2271, ANSI/CAN/UL 2849, and ANSI/CA/UL 2272. The Commission must promulgate these standards within 180 days of the Act's enactment. The Act also requires the Commission to submit a report to Congress within five years, detailing incidents of fires, explosions, and other hazards related to lithium-ion batteries in micromobility products.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 365–42 · Apr 29, 2025
Current
The Senate
Next
Senate floor vote

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History

Apr 29, 2025

Senate

Received in the Senate.

Apr 28, 2025

House

Mr. Bilirakis moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.

Apr 28, 2025

House

Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H1637-1640)