Obama administration faces backlash on proposed wood stove regulations

John Hames shared with you:   Obama administration faces backlash on proposed wood stove regulations Fox News - FILE: March 8, 2014: A wood stove heats a home in Freeport, Maine.AP A federal proposal requiring more efficiency from wood-burning stoves has ignited a debate between the Obama administration and lawmakers who oppose the new regulations, arguing the rules impose an unfair burden on people in remote areas. "South Dakota and many other states are continuing to deal with a propane shortage, which has resulted in record-high propane prices," Thune wrote. "Many families turn to secondary sources of heat, such as wood stoves, when propane and heating fuel prices increase." Residential propane prices surged this winter to $4 a gallon, nearly double the typical rate. Available on the App Store.

John Hames