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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 Commercial Water Heating Equipment".
1/22/2025, 4:38 PM
Summary of Bill HJRES 15
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.
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.
Congressional Summary of HJRES 15
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.
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Current Status of Bill HJRES 15
Bill HJRES 15 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 9, 2025. Bill HJRES 15 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 9, 2025. Bill HJRES 15's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of January 9, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HJRES 15
Total Number of Sponsors
4Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
4Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HJRES 15
Primary Policy Focus
EnergyPotential Impact Areas
- Administrative law and regulatory procedures
- Congressional oversight
- Department of Energy
- Energy efficiency and conservation
- Lighting, heating, cooling
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HJRES 15
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".
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".
Comments

Mila Turner
715
1 year ago
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?
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HJRES 15
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