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Lights out for the 75 watt incandescent bulb

Posted: 12/31/12 at 7:10 am
Tags: 75 watt   incandescent bulbs     

UNDATED (WHDH) -- As the nation rings-in the New Year, it’s "lights out" for the 75 watt incandescent light bulb.

The U.S. government is pulling the plug.

Under federal law, 75-watt bulbs can no longer be produced or imported as of January 1st, though retailers can still clear remaining stock.

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