A joint resolution 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 for Appliance Standards: Certification Requirements, Labeling Requirements, and Enforcement Provisions for Certain Consumer Products and Commercial Equipment".

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Summary of Bill SJRES 50

This joint resolution, designated as S.J.Res. 50 in the 119th Congress and introduced on April 28, 2025, pertains to a congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of a rule brought forth by the Department of Energy concerning the "Energy Conservation Program for Appliance Standards: Certification Requirements, Labeling Requirements, and Enforcement Provisions for Certain Consumer Products and Commercial Equipment."

Congressional Summary of SJRES 50

This joint resolution nullifies the Energy Conservation Program for Appliance Standards: Certification Requirements, Labeling Requirements, and Enforcement Provisions for Certain Consumer Products and Commercial Equipment rule published by the Department of Energy (DOE) on October 9, 2024. Under the rule, DOE modified its regulations on the energy efficiency of certain types of consumer products (e.g., washing machines and dishwashers) and industrial equipment (e.g., computer room air conditioners). Specifically, it modified certification requirements, labeling requirements, and enforcement provisions for these products and equipment to (1) align reporting requirements with currently applicable energy conservation standards and test procedures, and (2) provide DOE with the information necessary to determine the appropriate classification of products for the application of standards.

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Current Status of Bill SJRES 50

Bill SJRES 50 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 28, 2025. Bill SJRES 50 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on April 28, 2025. Bill SJRES 50's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. as of April 28, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill SJRES 50

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SJRES 50

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Energy

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SJRES 50

A joint resolution 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 for Appliance Standards: Certification Requirements, Labeling Requirements, and Enforcement Provisions for Certain Consumer Products and Commercial Equipment".

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of SJRES 50

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