119th Congress (1st) Vote 222 - 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 for Appliance Standards: Certification Requirements, Labeling Requirements, and Enforcement Provisions for Certain Consumer Products and Commercial Equipment".

Bill 119 hjres 42 is a piece of legislation that aims to disapprove of a rule submitted by the Department of Energy regarding the Energy Conservation Program for Appliance Standards. The rule in question pertains to certification requirements, labeling requirements, and enforcement provisions for certain consumer products and commercial equipment.

The bill falls under chapter 8 of title 5 of the United States Code, which allows Congress to review and potentially overturn regulations put forth by federal agencies. In this case, the Department of Energy's rule is being challenged by Congress for its impact on energy conservation standards for appliances.

The bill seeks to provide congressional disapproval of the Department of Energy's rule, indicating that lawmakers believe the rule may not be in the best interest of consumers or the environment. By disapproving the rule, Congress would effectively block its implementation and require the Department of Energy to revisit and potentially revise the regulations in question. Overall, Bill 119 hjres 42 represents a significant effort by Congress to exercise oversight over federal regulations and ensure that energy conservation standards for appliances are fair and effective. The outcome of this legislation could have far-reaching implications for the energy efficiency of consumer products and commercial equipment in the United States.