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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 Water Heaters".

7/30/2024, 3:42 PM

Summary of Bill HJRES 184

Bill 118 hjres 184 is a piece of legislation that aims to disapprove of a rule submitted by the Department of Energy regarding energy conservation standards for consumer water heaters. The bill falls under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, which allows Congress to review and potentially overturn regulations put forth by federal agencies.

The rule in question, titled "Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Water Heaters," was proposed by the Department of Energy as a way to increase energy efficiency and reduce energy consumption in the United States. However, some members of Congress believe that the rule may have negative impacts on consumers, manufacturers, or other stakeholders.

If Bill 118 hjres 184 is passed, it would signify Congress's disapproval of the Department of Energy's rule on energy conservation standards for consumer water heaters. This would prevent the rule from being implemented and would require the Department of Energy to go back to the drawing board and potentially come up with a new rule that addresses the concerns raised by Congress. Overall, Bill 118 hjres 184 is an important piece of legislation that highlights the ongoing debate over energy conservation and regulation in the United States. It will be interesting to see how Congress ultimately decides to proceed with this issue.

Current Status of Bill HJRES 184

Bill HJRES 184 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 11, 2024. Bill HJRES 184 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 11, 2024.  Bill HJRES 184's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of July 11, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HJRES 184

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HJRES 184

Primary Policy Focus

Energy

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HJRES 184

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 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 Water Heaters".

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HJRES 184

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