Overview

• President Donald Trump signed an executive order on April 9, 2025, directing the Department of Energy to rescind federal water pressure restrictions on showerheads and other appliances.
• The order undoes Obama-era regulations reinstated by President Joe Biden, which capped water flow to 2.5 gallons per minute across all nozzles on a showerhead.
• Trump justified the move by citing personal frustrations with low water pressure, claiming it hinders everyday tasks such as washing his hair.
• The deregulation extends beyond showerheads to sinks, dishwashers, and other household appliances, marking a broader effort to eliminate what Trump calls burdensome regulations.
• Critics warn the rollback may harm water conservation efforts and increase energy use, while supporters argue it restores consumer freedom and reduces government overreach.