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".

United States119th CongressHJRES-75House of Representatives
Latest legislative activity: May 9, 2025

Summary

This joint resolution formally disapproves a rule submitted by the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, a division of the Department of Energy. The rule, titled "Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Commercial Refrigerators, Freezers, and Refrigerator-Freezers," aimed to establish new energy efficiency requirements for these commercial appliances.

By passing this resolution, Congress exercises its authority under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, to nullify the Department of Energy's regulation. Consequently, the rule, which was published in the Federal Register on January 21, 2025, will be rendered without any legal force or effect, preventing its implementation and impact on commercial refrigeration equipment.

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  1. Message on Senate action sent to the House.

    Senate

  2. Presented to President.

    House of Representatives

  3. Signed by President.

  4. Became Public Law No: 119-9.