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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 Consumer Gas-fired Instantaneous Water Heaters".

USA119th CongressHJRES-20| House 
| Updated: 5/9/2025
Gary J. Palmer

Gary J. Palmer

Republican Representative

Alabama

Cosponsors (29)
Barry Moore (Republican)Marjorie Taylor Greene (Republican)Mike Collins (Republican)Stephanie I. Bice (Republican)Claudia Tenney (Republican)Andrew Ogles (Republican)Derek Schmidt (Republican)Brandon Gill (Republican)Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (Republican)Jeff Hurd (Republican)Michael A. Rulli (Republican)Brian Jack (Republican)Scott Perry (Republican)Rudy Yakym (Republican)Barry Loudermilk (Republican)James R. Baird (Republican)Cliff Bentz (Republican)Glenn Grothman (Republican)Nicholas A. Langworthy (Republican)Mark B. Messmer (Republican)Austin Scott (Republican)Julia Letlow (Republican)Dan Crenshaw (Republican)Randy K. Sr. Weber (Republican)Ben Cline (Republican)Russ Fulcher (Republican)Jack Bergman (Republican)Michelle Fischbach (Republican)Eric Burlison (Republican)

Energy and Commerce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This joint resolution utilizes the Congressional Review Act to disapprove a specific rule issued by the Department of Energy (DOE) . The rule in question established new energy conservation standards for consumer gas-fired instantaneous water heaters , detailed in the Federal Register on December 26, 2024. By passing this resolution, Congress asserts its authority to overturn executive branch regulations. Consequently, the disapproved DOE rule is declared to have no force or effect , thereby preventing the implementation of these particular energy efficiency requirements for water heaters.

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Bill from Previous Congress

HJRES 118-173
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 Water Heaters".

Bill from Previous Congress

HJRES 118-184
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 Water Heaters".
Jan 15, 2025
Introduced in House
Jan 15, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Feb 12, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

SJRES 119-4
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 12.
Feb 25, 2025
Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 161 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.J. Res. 20, H.J. Res. 35 and H. Con. Res. 14. The resolution provides for consideration of two joint resolutions, H.J.Res.20, under a closed rule and H.J.Res. 35, under a closed rule. Also, the resolution provides for consideration of H. Con. Res. 14, under a closed rule. The joint resolutions are debatable for one hour each and the concurrent resolution is debatable for 3 hours.
Feb 27, 2025
Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 161. (consideration: CR H884-889)
Feb 27, 2025
Rule provides for consideration of H.J. Res. 20, H.J. Res. 35 and H. Con. Res. 14. The resolution provides for consideration of two joint resolutions, H.J.Res.20, under a closed rule and H.J.Res. 35, under a closed rule. Also, the resolution provides for consideration of H. Con. Res. 14, under a closed rule. The joint resolutions are debated for one hour each and the concurrent resolution is debated for 3 hours.
Feb 27, 2025
DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.J. Res. 20.
Feb 27, 2025
The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
Feb 27, 2025
On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 221 - 198, 2 Present (Roll no. 53). (text: CR H884)
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Feb 27, 2025
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Mar 3, 2025
Received in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 17.
Apr 9, 2025
Measure laid before Senate by motion. (consideration: CR S2506)
Apr 9, 2025
Measure laid before Senate by motion. (consideration: CR S2506: 2)
Apr 9, 2025
Motion to proceed to consideration of measure agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 52 - 42. Record Vote Number: 206.
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Apr 10, 2025
Passed Senate without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 53 - 44. Record Vote Number: 207.
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Apr 10, 2025
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Apr 10, 2025
Considered by Senate.
May 5, 2025
Presented to President.
May 9, 2025
Presented to President.
May 9, 2025
Signed by President.
May 9, 2025
Became Public Law No: 119-6.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HJRES 118-173
    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 Water Heaters".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HJRES 118-184
    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 Water Heaters".


  • January 15, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • January 15, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.


  • February 12, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    SJRES 119-4
    Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 12.


  • February 25, 2025
    Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 161 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.J. Res. 20, H.J. Res. 35 and H. Con. Res. 14. The resolution provides for consideration of two joint resolutions, H.J.Res.20, under a closed rule and H.J.Res. 35, under a closed rule. Also, the resolution provides for consideration of H. Con. Res. 14, under a closed rule. The joint resolutions are debatable for one hour each and the concurrent resolution is debatable for 3 hours.


  • February 27, 2025
    Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 161. (consideration: CR H884-889)


  • February 27, 2025
    Rule provides for consideration of H.J. Res. 20, H.J. Res. 35 and H. Con. Res. 14. The resolution provides for consideration of two joint resolutions, H.J.Res.20, under a closed rule and H.J.Res. 35, under a closed rule. Also, the resolution provides for consideration of H. Con. Res. 14, under a closed rule. The joint resolutions are debated for one hour each and the concurrent resolution is debated for 3 hours.


  • February 27, 2025
    DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.J. Res. 20.


  • February 27, 2025
    The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.


  • February 27, 2025
    On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 221 - 198, 2 Present (Roll no. 53). (text: CR H884)
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  • February 27, 2025
    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.


  • March 3, 2025
    Received in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 17.


  • April 9, 2025
    Measure laid before Senate by motion. (consideration: CR S2506)


  • April 9, 2025
    Measure laid before Senate by motion. (consideration: CR S2506: 2)


  • April 9, 2025
    Motion to proceed to consideration of measure agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 52 - 42. Record Vote Number: 206.
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  • April 10, 2025
    Passed Senate without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 53 - 44. Record Vote Number: 207.
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  • April 10, 2025
    Message on Senate action sent to the House.


  • April 10, 2025
    Considered by Senate.


  • May 5, 2025
    Presented to President.


  • May 9, 2025
    Presented to President.


  • May 9, 2025
    Signed by President.


  • May 9, 2025
    Became Public Law No: 119-6.

Energy

Related Bills

  • HRES 119-161: Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 20) 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"; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 35) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Waste Emissions Charge for Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems: Procedures for Facilitating Compliance, Including Netting and Exemptions"; and providing for consideration of the concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 14) establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2025 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2026 through 2034.
  • SJRES 119-4: 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".
Administrative law and regulatory proceduresDepartment of EnergyEnergy efficiency and conservationLighting, heating, coolingOil and gas

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".

USA119th CongressHJRES-20| House 
| Updated: 5/9/2025
This joint resolution utilizes the Congressional Review Act to disapprove a specific rule issued by the Department of Energy (DOE) . The rule in question established new energy conservation standards for consumer gas-fired instantaneous water heaters , detailed in the Federal Register on December 26, 2024. By passing this resolution, Congress asserts its authority to overturn executive branch regulations. Consequently, the disapproved DOE rule is declared to have no force or effect , thereby preventing the implementation of these particular energy efficiency requirements for water heaters.

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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HJRES 118-173
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 Water Heaters".

Bill from Previous Congress

HJRES 118-184
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 Water Heaters".
Jan 15, 2025
Introduced in House
Jan 15, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Feb 12, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

SJRES 119-4
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 12.
Feb 25, 2025
Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 161 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.J. Res. 20, H.J. Res. 35 and H. Con. Res. 14. The resolution provides for consideration of two joint resolutions, H.J.Res.20, under a closed rule and H.J.Res. 35, under a closed rule. Also, the resolution provides for consideration of H. Con. Res. 14, under a closed rule. The joint resolutions are debatable for one hour each and the concurrent resolution is debatable for 3 hours.
Feb 27, 2025
Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 161. (consideration: CR H884-889)
Feb 27, 2025
Rule provides for consideration of H.J. Res. 20, H.J. Res. 35 and H. Con. Res. 14. The resolution provides for consideration of two joint resolutions, H.J.Res.20, under a closed rule and H.J.Res. 35, under a closed rule. Also, the resolution provides for consideration of H. Con. Res. 14, under a closed rule. The joint resolutions are debated for one hour each and the concurrent resolution is debated for 3 hours.
Feb 27, 2025
DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.J. Res. 20.
Feb 27, 2025
The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
Feb 27, 2025
On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 221 - 198, 2 Present (Roll no. 53). (text: CR H884)
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Feb 27, 2025
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Mar 3, 2025
Received in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 17.
Apr 9, 2025
Measure laid before Senate by motion. (consideration: CR S2506)
Apr 9, 2025
Measure laid before Senate by motion. (consideration: CR S2506: 2)
Apr 9, 2025
Motion to proceed to consideration of measure agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 52 - 42. Record Vote Number: 206.
View Vote
Apr 10, 2025
Passed Senate without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 53 - 44. Record Vote Number: 207.
View Vote
Apr 10, 2025
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Apr 10, 2025
Considered by Senate.
May 5, 2025
Presented to President.
May 9, 2025
Presented to President.
May 9, 2025
Signed by President.
May 9, 2025
Became Public Law No: 119-6.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HJRES 118-173
    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 Water Heaters".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HJRES 118-184
    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 Water Heaters".


  • January 15, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • January 15, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.


  • February 12, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    SJRES 119-4
    Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 12.


  • February 25, 2025
    Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 161 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.J. Res. 20, H.J. Res. 35 and H. Con. Res. 14. The resolution provides for consideration of two joint resolutions, H.J.Res.20, under a closed rule and H.J.Res. 35, under a closed rule. Also, the resolution provides for consideration of H. Con. Res. 14, under a closed rule. The joint resolutions are debatable for one hour each and the concurrent resolution is debatable for 3 hours.


  • February 27, 2025
    Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 161. (consideration: CR H884-889)


  • February 27, 2025
    Rule provides for consideration of H.J. Res. 20, H.J. Res. 35 and H. Con. Res. 14. The resolution provides for consideration of two joint resolutions, H.J.Res.20, under a closed rule and H.J.Res. 35, under a closed rule. Also, the resolution provides for consideration of H. Con. Res. 14, under a closed rule. The joint resolutions are debated for one hour each and the concurrent resolution is debated for 3 hours.


  • February 27, 2025
    DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.J. Res. 20.


  • February 27, 2025
    The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.


  • February 27, 2025
    On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 221 - 198, 2 Present (Roll no. 53). (text: CR H884)
    View Vote


  • February 27, 2025
    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.


  • March 3, 2025
    Received in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 17.


  • April 9, 2025
    Measure laid before Senate by motion. (consideration: CR S2506)


  • April 9, 2025
    Measure laid before Senate by motion. (consideration: CR S2506: 2)


  • April 9, 2025
    Motion to proceed to consideration of measure agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 52 - 42. Record Vote Number: 206.
    View Vote


  • April 10, 2025
    Passed Senate without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 53 - 44. Record Vote Number: 207.
    View Vote


  • April 10, 2025
    Message on Senate action sent to the House.


  • April 10, 2025
    Considered by Senate.


  • May 5, 2025
    Presented to President.


  • May 9, 2025
    Presented to President.


  • May 9, 2025
    Signed by President.


  • May 9, 2025
    Became Public Law No: 119-6.
Gary J. Palmer

Gary J. Palmer

Republican Representative

Alabama

Cosponsors (29)
Barry Moore (Republican)Marjorie Taylor Greene (Republican)Mike Collins (Republican)Stephanie I. Bice (Republican)Claudia Tenney (Republican)Andrew Ogles (Republican)Derek Schmidt (Republican)Brandon Gill (Republican)Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (Republican)Jeff Hurd (Republican)Michael A. Rulli (Republican)Brian Jack (Republican)Scott Perry (Republican)Rudy Yakym (Republican)Barry Loudermilk (Republican)James R. Baird (Republican)Cliff Bentz (Republican)Glenn Grothman (Republican)Nicholas A. Langworthy (Republican)Mark B. Messmer (Republican)Austin Scott (Republican)Julia Letlow (Republican)Dan Crenshaw (Republican)Randy K. Sr. Weber (Republican)Ben Cline (Republican)Russ Fulcher (Republican)Jack Bergman (Republican)Michelle Fischbach (Republican)Eric Burlison (Republican)

Energy and Commerce Committee

Energy

Related Bills

  • HRES 119-161: Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 20) 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"; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 35) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Waste Emissions Charge for Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems: Procedures for Facilitating Compliance, Including Netting and Exemptions"; and providing for consideration of the concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 14) establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2025 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2026 through 2034.
  • SJRES 119-4: 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".
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Administrative law and regulatory proceduresDepartment of EnergyEnergy efficiency and conservationLighting, heating, coolingOil and gas