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".
USA119th CongressHJRES-75| House
| Updated: 5/9/2025
Craig A. Goldman
Republican Representative
Texas
Cosponsors (13)
Neal P. Dunn (Republican)Claudia Tenney (Republican)Brandon Gill (Republican)Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (Republican)Scott Perry (Republican)Dan Newhouse (Republican)Mark B. Messmer (Republican)Gary J. Palmer (Republican)Riley M. Moore (Republican)Dan Crenshaw (Republican)Michael Lawler (Republican)Erin Houchin (Republican)Troy Balderson (Republican)
Energy and Commerce Committee
- Introduced
- In Committee
- On Floor
- Passed Chamber
- Enacted
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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Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 242 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.J. Res. 24, H.J. Res. 75 and H.R. 1048. The resolution provides for consideration of H.J. Res. 24 and H.J. Res. 75 under a closed rule, and provides for consideration of H.R. 1048 under a structured rule. Also, the resolution provides for one hour of general debate and one motion to recommit on each measure.
Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 242. (consideration: CR H1284-1290)
Rule provides for consideration of H.J. Res. 24, H.J. Res. 75 and H.R. 1048. The resolution provides for consideration of H.J. Res. 24 and H.J. Res. 75 under a closed rule, and provides for consideration of H.R. 1048 under a structured rule. Also, the resolution provides for one hour of general debate and one motion to recommit on each measure.
DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.J. Res. 75.
The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H.J. Res. 75, the Chair put the question on passage of the joint resolution and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Pallone demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H1312)
On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 214 - 193 (Roll no. 78). (text: 3/26/2024 CR H1284)
View VoteMotion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Received in the Senate, read twice.
Measure laid before Senate by motion. (consideration: CR S2683, S2695-2696: 1)
Motion to proceed to consideration of measure agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 52 - 46. Record Vote Number: 224.
View VotePassed Senate without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 52 - 45. Record Vote Number: 228. (consideration: CR S2726-2727: 1)
View VoteMessage on Senate action sent to the House.
Presented to President.
Signed by President.
Became Public Law No: 119-9.
Energy
Administrative law and regulatory proceduresDepartment of EnergyEnergy efficiency and conservationFood industry and servicesLighting, heating, cooling
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".
USA119th CongressHJRES-75| House
| Updated: 5/9/2025
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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Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 242 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.J. Res. 24, H.J. Res. 75 and H.R. 1048. The resolution provides for consideration of H.J. Res. 24 and H.J. Res. 75 under a closed rule, and provides for consideration of H.R. 1048 under a structured rule. Also, the resolution provides for one hour of general debate and one motion to recommit on each measure.
Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 242. (consideration: CR H1284-1290)
Rule provides for consideration of H.J. Res. 24, H.J. Res. 75 and H.R. 1048. The resolution provides for consideration of H.J. Res. 24 and H.J. Res. 75 under a closed rule, and provides for consideration of H.R. 1048 under a structured rule. Also, the resolution provides for one hour of general debate and one motion to recommit on each measure.
DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.J. Res. 75.
The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H.J. Res. 75, the Chair put the question on passage of the joint resolution and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Pallone demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H1312)
On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 214 - 193 (Roll no. 78). (text: 3/26/2024 CR H1284)
View VoteMotion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Received in the Senate, read twice.
Measure laid before Senate by motion. (consideration: CR S2683, S2695-2696: 1)
Motion to proceed to consideration of measure agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 52 - 46. Record Vote Number: 224.
View VotePassed Senate without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 52 - 45. Record Vote Number: 228. (consideration: CR S2726-2727: 1)
View VoteMessage on Senate action sent to the House.
Presented to President.
Signed by President.
Became Public Law No: 119-9.
Craig A. Goldman
Republican Representative
Texas
Cosponsors (13)
Neal P. Dunn (Republican)Claudia Tenney (Republican)Brandon Gill (Republican)Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (Republican)Scott Perry (Republican)Dan Newhouse (Republican)Mark B. Messmer (Republican)Gary J. Palmer (Republican)Riley M. Moore (Republican)Dan Crenshaw (Republican)Michael Lawler (Republican)Erin Houchin (Republican)Troy Balderson (Republican)
Energy and Commerce Committee
Energy
- Introduced
- In Committee
- On Floor
- Passed Chamber
- Enacted
Administrative law and regulatory proceduresDepartment of EnergyEnergy efficiency and conservationFood industry and servicesLighting, heating, cooling