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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 Air-Cooled Commercial Package Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps".
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Summary of Bill HJRES 189
Bill 118 hjres 189 is a piece of legislation that aims to disapprove of a rule submitted by the Department of Energy regarding energy conservation standards for air-cooled commercial package air conditioners and heat pumps. 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, proposed by the Department of Energy, seeks to establish new energy conservation standards for air-cooled commercial package air conditioners and heat pumps. These standards would impact the energy efficiency of these systems, potentially leading to increased energy savings and reduced environmental impact.
However, some members of Congress believe that the proposed rule may have negative consequences, such as increased costs for businesses and consumers, or potential negative impacts on the economy. As a result, Bill 118 hjres 189 seeks to disapprove of the rule and prevent it from being implemented. Overall, the bill represents a debate over the balance between energy conservation and economic considerations, with Congress ultimately having the power to decide whether or not the Department of Energy's proposed rule should be allowed to move forward.
The rule in question, proposed by the Department of Energy, seeks to establish new energy conservation standards for air-cooled commercial package air conditioners and heat pumps. These standards would impact the energy efficiency of these systems, potentially leading to increased energy savings and reduced environmental impact.
However, some members of Congress believe that the proposed rule may have negative consequences, such as increased costs for businesses and consumers, or potential negative impacts on the economy. As a result, Bill 118 hjres 189 seeks to disapprove of the rule and prevent it from being implemented. Overall, the bill represents a debate over the balance between energy conservation and economic considerations, with Congress ultimately having the power to decide whether or not the Department of Energy's proposed rule should be allowed to move forward.
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Current Status of Bill HJRES 189
Bill HJRES 189 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 18, 2024. Bill HJRES 189 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 18, 2024. Bill HJRES 189's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of July 18, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HJRES 189
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HJRES 189
Primary Policy Focus
EnergyAlternate Title(s) of Bill HJRES 189
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 Air-Cooled Commercial Package Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps".
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 Air-Cooled Commercial Package Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps".
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