Senate resolution would repeal new efficiency rule for gas tankless water heaters
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Sponsor: Ted Cruz · Senator · TX
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Official title: 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: Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Gas-fired Instantaneous Water Heaters".
119th Congress
Topics: Environment & energy
Introduced:
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This resolution would cancel a Department of Energy efficiency rule for gas tankless water heaters and block similar future rules.
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What does this do?
This bill would cancel a Department of Energy rule, issued in December 2024, that set stricter energy efficiency standards for gas-fired tankless water heaters. If passed, the rule would be treated as if it never took effect, and the agency could not issue a substantially similar rule without specific congressional authorization.
Who does it affect?
This affects manufacturers of gas water heaters, home builders, plumbers, and consumers who purchase these appliances. It was introduced by a group of Republican senators using the .
Why does it matter?
Blocking the rule means the efficiency standards would no longer apply, which could affect the cost, design, and energy use of gas tankless water heaters sold in the future.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedJan 23, 2025
- Senate committee
- Senate voteYou are here · Feb 12, 2025
- House
- The president's desk
Right now: it was placed on the , and the official record shows no floor action on it since. If the House changes it, it goes back to the Senate before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 12.