Resolution would scrap new efficiency rule for commercial water heaters
In committeeH.J.Res. 15Latest action
Sponsor: Mark B. Messmer · Representative · IN
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Official title: 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".
119th Congress
Topics: Environment & energy
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Lawmakers could void a 2023 rule setting stricter efficiency standards for commercial water heaters.
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What does this do?
This resolution would cancel a Department of Energy rule, issued in October 2023, that set new energy efficiency standards for commercial water heating equipment. Using the , if passed by both chambers and signed by the president (or enacted over a ), the rule would be treated as if it never took effect.
Who does it affect?
This affects manufacturers of commercial water heaters and the businesses, apartment buildings, and hotels that buy this equipment.
Why does it matter?
If overturned, older, less efficient water heater standards would stay in place, and the Department of Energy would be barred from issuing a similar rule without new authorization from Congress.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedJan 9, 2025
- House committeeYou are here · Jan 9, 2025
- House vote
- Senate
- The president's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.