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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 Gas-fired Instantaneous Water Heaters".

5/27/2025, 2:12 PM

Summary of Bill HJRES 20

Bill 119 hjres 20 is a piece of legislation that aims to disapprove of a rule submitted by the Department of Energy regarding energy conservation standards for consumer gas-fired instantaneous water heaters. The rule in question falls under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, which governs the regulatory process for federal agencies.

The bill seeks to express congressional disapproval of the Department of Energy's rule, which sets energy conservation standards for gas-fired instantaneous water heaters. These standards are intended to improve energy efficiency and reduce energy consumption in households that use these types of water heaters.

If passed, Bill 119 hjres 20 would effectively nullify the Department of Energy's rule and prevent it from being implemented. This would have implications for manufacturers of gas-fired instantaneous water heaters, as they would not be required to comply with the energy conservation standards outlined in the rule. Overall, the bill represents a pushback against government regulations aimed at promoting energy efficiency in consumer appliances. Supporters of the bill argue that it would prevent unnecessary burdens on manufacturers and consumers, while opponents believe that it would hinder efforts to reduce energy consumption and combat climate change.

Congressional Summary of HJRES 20

This joint resolution nullifies the rule titled Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Gas-fired Instantaneous Water Heaters and submitted by the Department of Energy (DOE) on December 26, 2024. Under the rule, DOE adopted amended energy conservation standards for gas-fired instantaneous water heaters to achieve the maximum improvement in energy efficiency that DOE determined was technologically feasible and economically justified.

Current Status of Bill HJRES 20

Bill HJRES 20 is currently in the status of Signed by President since May 9, 2025. Bill HJRES 20 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 15, 2025.  Bill HJRES 20's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 119-6. as of May 9, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HJRES 20

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
136
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
136
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HJRES 20

Primary Policy Focus

Energy

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HJRES 20

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 Gas-fired Instantaneous Water Heaters".
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 Gas-fired Instantaneous Water Heaters".

Comments

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Maurice Hansen

484

10 months ago

I can't believe this bill is tryna mess with our water heaters! It's gonna cost us more money and make it harder to keep our homes warm. Why are they always trying to make things harder for us regular folks? This is just ridiculous!

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