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 Commercial Water Heating Equipment".

1/13/2025, 7:25 PM

This joint resolution nullifies the final rule titled Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Commercial Water Heating Equipment, which was submitted by the Department of Energy on October 6, 2023. The rule adopts more stringent energy conservation standards for commercial water heating equipment under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act in order to achieve more energy savings.

Bill 119 hjres 15 is a piece of legislation that aims to disapprove of a rule submitted by the Department of Energy regarding energy conservation standards for commercial water heating equipment. The bill falls under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, which allows Congress to review and potentially reject regulations put forth by federal agencies.

The rule in question, proposed by the Department of Energy, pertains to energy conservation standards for commercial water heating equipment. This equipment is used in various commercial settings to provide hot water for a variety of purposes. The Department of Energy's rule likely includes specific requirements and guidelines for manufacturers of commercial water heating equipment to ensure that they meet certain energy efficiency standards.

If Bill 119 hjres 15 is passed, it would signify Congress's disapproval of the Department of Energy's rule on energy conservation standards for commercial water heating equipment. This could potentially lead to changes in the rule or its outright rejection, depending on the outcome of the legislative process. Overall, Bill 119 hjres 15 is an important piece of legislation that addresses energy conservation standards for commercial water heating equipment and highlights the role of Congress in overseeing and potentially rejecting federal regulations.
Congress
119

Number
HJRES - 15

Introduced on
2025-01-09

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

1/9/2025

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This joint resolution nullifies the final rule titled Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Commercial Water Heating Equipment, which was submitted by the Department of Energy on October 6, 2023. The rule adopts more stringent energy conservation standards for commercial water heating equipment under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act in order to achieve more energy savings.

Bill 119 hjres 15 is a piece of legislation that aims to disapprove of a rule submitted by the Department of Energy regarding energy conservation standards for commercial water heating equipment. The bill falls under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, which allows Congress to review and potentially reject regulations put forth by federal agencies.

The rule in question, proposed by the Department of Energy, pertains to energy conservation standards for commercial water heating equipment. This equipment is used in various commercial settings to provide hot water for a variety of purposes. The Department of Energy's rule likely includes specific requirements and guidelines for manufacturers of commercial water heating equipment to ensure that they meet certain energy efficiency standards.

If Bill 119 hjres 15 is passed, it would signify Congress's disapproval of the Department of Energy's rule on energy conservation standards for commercial water heating equipment. This could potentially lead to changes in the rule or its outright rejection, depending on the outcome of the legislative process. Overall, Bill 119 hjres 15 is an important piece of legislation that addresses energy conservation standards for commercial water heating equipment and highlights the role of Congress in overseeing and potentially rejecting federal regulations.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedProviding 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 Commercial Water Heating Equipment".

Policy Areas
Energy

Comments

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Mila Turner
@pain_de_mie_curry_leaf_jujube66750
I don't get why they're trying to mess with this. It seems like a step in the wrong direction. How will this impact us in the long run?

Recent Activity

Latest Summary1/13/2025

This joint resolution nullifies the final rule titled Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Commercial Water Heating Equipment, which was submitted by the Department of Energy on October 6, 2023. The rule adopts m...


Latest Action1/9/2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.