Originally Posted by noderaser
From the discussion I've heard on another list, the only bulbs that will be banned are "general use" bulbs, the standard A19/E26 types that are commonly used for residential and commercial service. "Specialty" bulbs and lamps, such as those used in the oven or theatrical fixtures, will still be OK.


That's what's supposed to be happening here as well, although I'm just waiting for the politicos and the "greenies" to try to push the definition to include candle bulbs, then everything else beyond a GLS lamp.

We're getting city hall demanding certain fixtures in new construction as well, and the guidelines they're following from central government are that where a high-efficiency light is required it mustn't be a fixture with a standard BC or ES socket and a compact fluoro, so the homeowner can't just swap to a regular filament lamp later.

More here:
https://www.electrical-contractor.net/forums/ubbthreads.php/ubb/showflat/Number/171581/page/1