A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Energy relating to "Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Furnaces".

6/11/2024, 4:12 PM

This joint resolution nullifies the final rule submitted by the Department of Energy titled Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Furnaces and published on December 18, 2023. The rule adopted amended energy conservation standards under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act for consumer furnaces, specifically non-weatherized gas furnaces and mobile home gas furnaces. 

Bill 118 SJRes 58 is a joint resolution that aims to disapprove of a rule submitted by the Department of Energy regarding energy conservation standards for consumer furnaces. The rule in question falls under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, and is part of the Energy Conservation Program.

The resolution seeks to overturn the rule through a process known as congressional disapproval. This process allows Congress to reject regulations put forth by federal agencies. In this case, the rule in question pertains to energy conservation standards for consumer furnaces, which are important for reducing energy consumption and promoting environmental sustainability.

If the resolution is passed, it would effectively nullify the rule submitted by the Department of Energy. This could have significant implications for the energy efficiency of consumer furnaces and the overall impact on energy conservation efforts in the United States. Overall, Bill 118 SJRes 58 is a significant piece of legislation that addresses important issues related to energy conservation and consumer furnaces. It will be interesting to see how Congress ultimately decides on this resolution and what impact it may have on energy policy moving forward.
Congress
118

Number
SJRES - 58

Introduced on
2024-02-01

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

5/21/2024

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Passed in Senate

Purpose and Summary

This joint resolution nullifies the final rule submitted by the Department of Energy titled Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Furnaces and published on December 18, 2023. The rule adopted amended energy conservation standards under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act for consumer furnaces, specifically non-weatherized gas furnaces and mobile home gas furnaces. 

Bill 118 SJRes 58 is a joint resolution that aims to disapprove of a rule submitted by the Department of Energy regarding energy conservation standards for consumer furnaces. The rule in question falls under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, and is part of the Energy Conservation Program.

The resolution seeks to overturn the rule through a process known as congressional disapproval. This process allows Congress to reject regulations put forth by federal agencies. In this case, the rule in question pertains to energy conservation standards for consumer furnaces, which are important for reducing energy consumption and promoting environmental sustainability.

If the resolution is passed, it would effectively nullify the rule submitted by the Department of Energy. This could have significant implications for the energy efficiency of consumer furnaces and the overall impact on energy conservation efforts in the United States. Overall, Bill 118 SJRes 58 is a significant piece of legislation that addresses important issues related to energy conservation and consumer furnaces. It will be interesting to see how Congress ultimately decides on this resolution and what impact it may have on energy policy moving forward.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Energy relating to "Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Furnaces".

Policy Areas
Energy

Potential Impact
Energy efficiency and conservation•
Oil and gas

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Latest Summary11/21/2024

This joint resolution nullifies the final rule submitted by the Department of Energy titled Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Furnaces and published on December 18, 2023. The rule adopted amended ener...


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