H.J.Res.42 — 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".
House Roll Call
H.J.Res.42
| Bill | H.J.Res.42 — 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". |
|---|---|
| Vote question | On Passage |
| Vote type | Yea-and-Nay |
| Result | Passed |
| Totals | Yea 222 / Nay 203 / Present 0 / Not Voting 7 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 215 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| D | 7 | 203 | 0 | 4 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Passage
Bill Analysis
HJRES 42, enacted as Public Law No: 119-8, addresses congressional disapproval of a specific rule issued by the Department of Energy (DOE) concerning energy conservation standards for appliances. This resolution utilizes the Congressional Review Act (CRA), which allows Congress to overturn federal regulations.
The rule in question pertains to the “Energy Conservation Program for Appliance Standards,” which includes certification requirements, labeling requirements, and enforcement provisions for various consumer products and commercial equipment. This regulation was intended to enhance energy efficiency and provide clearer guidelines for manufacturers regarding compliance with energy conservation standards.
By passing HJRES 42, Congress effectively nullifies the DOE’s rule, thereby preventing its implementation. This action impacts manufacturers of appliances and commercial equipment, as it removes the regulatory framework that would have enforced stricter energy efficiency standards. Consequently, consumers may not benefit from the anticipated energy savings and reduced utility costs that the original rule aimed to promote.
The resolution was introduced and passed in a relatively swift manner, reflecting a legislative priority to limit federal regulatory authority over appliance standards. The key timeline includes its introduction in the House, followed by passage through both chambers of Congress, culminating in its signing into law. The rapid progression of HJRES 42 underscores a broader trend of congressional oversight over executive regulatory actions.
Overall, HJRES 42 serves as a significant legislative tool that curtails the DOE’s regulatory power, impacting energy conservation efforts and the regulatory landscape for appliance manufacturers and consumers alike.
Yea (222)
K
Ken Calvert
S
Scott Franklin
M
Mark Green
L
Lisa McClain
J
John Rutherford
D
David Schweikert
P
Pete Sessions
Nay (203)
G
Gerald Connolly
J
Jason Crow
L
Lloyd Doggett
J
John Garamendi
J
John Mannion
L
Lucy McBath
E
Eric Swalwell
R
Rashida Tlaib
N
Nydia Velázquez
D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
