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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".

11/14/2024, 5:18 PM

Summary of Bill HJRES 218

Bill 118 hjres 218 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 rule in question falls under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, and is part of the Energy Conservation Program.

The bill seeks to provide congressional disapproval of this particular rule, which means that if passed, Congress would essentially be rejecting the rule and preventing it from being implemented. The rule in question likely pertains to regulations and standards aimed at improving energy efficiency in commercial water heating equipment, which is important for reducing energy consumption and promoting sustainability.

By disapproving of this rule, Congress may be signaling a disagreement with the Department of Energy's approach to regulating energy conservation in this specific area. It is important to note that this bill is non-partisan and focuses solely on the factual details of the legislation without taking a stance on the political implications of the rule itself.

Current Status of Bill HJRES 218

Bill HJRES 218 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 12, 2024. Bill HJRES 218 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on November 12, 2024.  Bill HJRES 218's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of November 12, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HJRES 218

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
2
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 218

Primary Policy Focus

Energy

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HJRES 218

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".

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Semaj Riley

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1 year ago

I can't believe this is happening. It's really sad to see the potential impact of this on our energy conservation standards. It's going to affect us all in the long run. #disappointed #energyconservation