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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".

6/6/2025, 2:04 AM

Summary of Bill HJRES 24

Bill 119 hjres 24 is a piece of legislation that aims to disapprove of a rule submitted by the Department of Energy regarding energy conservation standards for walk-in coolers and walk-in freezers. The bill falls under chapter 8 of title 5 of the United States Code, which allows Congress to review and potentially overturn regulations proposed by federal agencies.

The rule in question, proposed by the Department of Energy, seeks to establish energy conservation standards for walk-in coolers and walk-in freezers. These standards would likely impact manufacturers, retailers, and other businesses that use these types of equipment.

If Bill 119 hjres 24 is passed, it would signify Congress's disapproval of the Department of Energy's proposed rule. This could potentially prevent the implementation of the energy conservation standards for walk-in coolers and walk-in freezers. Overall, Bill 119 hjres 24 is a significant piece of legislation that addresses energy conservation standards for specific types of equipment. It highlights the role of Congress in overseeing and potentially overturning regulations proposed by federal agencies.

Congressional Summary of HJRES 24

This joint resolution nullifies the rule titled Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Walk-In Coolers and Walk-In Freezers and submitted by the Department of Energy (DOE) on December 23, 2024. Under the rule, DOE adopted amended energy conservation standards for walk-in coolers and freezers to achieve the maximum improvement in energy efficiency that DOE determined was technologically feasible and economically justified.

Current Status of Bill HJRES 24

Bill HJRES 24 is currently in the status of Became Public Law since May 9, 2025. Bill HJRES 24 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 16, 2025.  Bill HJRES 24's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 119-7. as of May 9, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HJRES 24

Total Number of Sponsors
25
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
25
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
32
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
32
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HJRES 24

Primary Policy Focus

Energy

Comments

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Matheo King

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8 months ago

I support it. How will this impact my electricity bill?

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8 months ago

I don't agree with this. It could impact me negatively.

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Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 24) 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"; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 75) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, Department of Energy relating to "Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Commercial Refrigerators, Freezers, and Refrigerator-Freezers"; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1048) to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to strengthen disclosure requirements relating to foreign gifts and contracts, to prohibit contracts between institutions of higher education and certain foreign entities and countries of concern, and for other purposes.
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