“It was never my goal for Washington to decide what type of light bulbs Americans should use," Upton said in a statement to The Hill. "The public response on this issue is a clear signal that markets – not governments – should be driving technological advancements. I will join my colleagues to vote yes on a bill to protect consumer choice and guard against federal overreach.”

◼ Upton’s support for the bill represents a change of tune for the Energy panel chairman. He supported the 2007 (light bulb ban) light-bulb efficiency law, much to the chagrin of his fellow Republicans. - The Hill

But Upton now says the law limits consumers' choices.