H.R. 5042In committeeEnvironment & energy
House bill would let each showerhead nozzle use 2.5 gallons per minute
Data as of July 11, 2026
HR 5042 would restore a 2020 rule letting each nozzle in a multi-spray shower use up to 2.5 gal/min, not the whole unit.45-second read · 4 questions answered below
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What does this do?
HR 5042 would cancel a 2021 federal rule and restore a 2020 rule that applied the 2.5-gallons-per-minute water flow limit to each individual nozzle of a showerhead, rather than to the entire shower unit combined. This means a multi-nozzle shower system could use more than 2.5 gallons per minute in total, as long as no single nozzle exceeds that amount.
Who does it affect?
The bill most directly affects manufacturers of high-end or multi-spray showerheads and the consumers who purchase them. Water utilities and conservation programs would also be affected, as total water use per shower could increase.
Why does it matter?
Allowing each nozzle to be measured separately rather than the whole unit permits higher total water consumption in showers with multiple spray heads. This change could have consequences for water conservation efforts and the demand placed on water utilities.
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
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- House vote
- Senate
- President's desk
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Official title
To define "showerhead" for the purpose of determining the acceptable water pressure for a showerhead, and for other purposes.
- Introduced:
- August 26, 2025
- Latest action:
- August 26, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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