H.J.Res. 42 — 119th Congress

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".

Originated in the House · Introduced Feb 12, 2025 · Energy

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May 9, 2025

Became Public Law No: 119-8.

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As of May 9, 2025

Public Law

This joint resolution eliminates new, more stringent certification, labeling, and enforcement requirements related to energy conservation standards for specific types of appliances.

Specifically, the joint resolution nullifies a rule titled the Energy Conservation Program for Appliance Standards: Certification Requirements, Labeling Requirements, and Enforcement Provisions for Certain Consumer Products and Commercial Equipment and published by the Department of Energy (DOE) on October 9, 2024. Under the rule, DOE modified its regulations on the energy efficiency of certain types of consumer products (e.g., washing machines and dishwashers) and industrial equipment (e.g., computer room air conditioners). DOE modified certification requirements, labeling requirements, and enforcement provisions for these products and equipment to (1) align reporting requirements with currently applicable energy conservation standards and test procedures, and (2) provide DOE with the information necessary to determine the appropriate classification of products for the application of standards. 

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Roll-call votes

3 on record
DateChamberQuestionMember pagesResult
Apr 30, 2025SenateOn the Joint Resolution119th CongressJoint Resolution Passed (52–46)
Apr 29, 2025SenateOn the Motion to Proceed119th CongressMotion to Proceed Agreed to (52–46)
Mar 5, 2025HouseOn Passage119th CongressPassed (222–203)

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