Walk-in cooler efficiency rule blocked, older standards remain in effect
Signed into lawH.J.Res. 24Latest action
Sponsor: Stephanie I. Bice · Representative · OK
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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 Walk-In Coolers and Walk-In Freezers".
119th Congress
Topics: Environment & energy
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Congress voided a Dec. 2024 DOE rule on walk-in cooler/freezer efficiency; older standards now apply to manufacturers and buyers.
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What does this do?
The House passed HJRES 24, using the to cancel a Department of Energy rule issued in December 2024. That rule would have required walk-in coolers and freezers to meet stricter energy efficiency standards. With the rule now void, manufacturers and buyers must follow the older, existing energy standards instead.
Who does it affect?
Businesses that own, buy, or manufacture walk-in coolers and freezers are most directly affected. This includes supermarkets, restaurants, hotels, and food storage and distribution businesses across the country.
Why does it matter?
Supporters of canceling the rule argued the stricter requirements would raise equipment costs. Supporters of the original rule argued it would have lowered electricity bills over time and reduced overall energy use.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedJan 16, 2025
- House committee
- House vote
- Senate
- The president's desk
Right now: the president signed it. It's law.Now law
Latest action: — Became Public Law No: 119-7.
Recorded votes
Roll-call votes recorded since January 3, 2025.
Senate · · Roll call 162
As recorded
- Question
- On the H.J.Res. 24
- Result:
- Joint Resolution Passed
- 53
- Nay
- 42
- 0
- 5
Republicans 53 yes · Democrats 40 no, 5 not voting · Independents 2 no
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Senate · · Roll call 161
As recorded
- Question
- On the H.J.Res. 24
- Result:
- Motion to Proceed Agreed to
- 51
- Nay
- 46
- 0
- 3
Republicans 51 yes, 2 not voting · Democrats 44 no, 1 not voting · Independents 2 no
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House · · Roll call 77
As recorded
- Question
- On Passage
- Result:
- Passed
- 203
- Nay
- 182
- 0
- 45
Republicans 197 yes, 20 not voting · Democrats 6 yes, 182 no, 25 not voting
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