Trump Eases Restrictions on Refrigerants for Appliances

Summary

President Trump announces the removal of restrictions on refrigerants used in refrigeration and air conditioning equipment, calling previous regulations crippling and costly. He claims the reforms will save American families and businesses over $2.4 billion per year through lower grocery prices, cheaper transportation, and lower air conditioning costs, with no environmental detriment.

• Trump announces deregulation of refrigerant restrictions.
• Claims previous regulations imposed crippling leak repair requirements.
• Says reforms will save Americans $2.4 billion per year.
• Expects lower grocery prices, transportation costs, and AC costs.
• Argues there is no environmental harm from the changes.
• Presents the move as part of a broader deregulatory agenda saving $1.2 trillion.