What it does
SourcedThis 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.
Official summary by the Congressional Research Service (Public Law, May 9, 2025).
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What has happened
Sourced- 2025-05-09Became Public Law No: 119-8.Library of Congress
- 2025-05-09Signed by President.Library of Congress
- 2025-05-06Presented to President.Library of Congress
- 2025-04-30Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 52 - 46. Record Vote Number: 223. Roll call recordLibrary of Congress
- 2025-03-05Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 222 - 203 (Roll no. 59). (text: CR H991) Roll call recordLibrary of Congress
- 2025-02-12Introduced in HouseLibrary of Congress
After it became law
SourcedSince it became law on May 9, 2025, the Federal Register, the government's daily record of rules and notices, has published 1 document that name it: 1 final rule.
Named in the body of the document
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- Energy Conservation Program for Appliance Standards: Certification Requirements, Labeling Requirements, and Enforcement Provisions for Certain Consumer Products and Commercial Equipment
It was sent to the President on May 6, 2025, and it was signed on May 9, 2025, thereby becoming Pub. L. 119-8.
In effect since Sep 9, 2025 · Changes 10 CFR part 429, 10 CFR part 431
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Recorded votes
SourcedMar 5, 2025 · House roll call 59 · needed 1/2
On Passage: Passed 222–203
R 215 yes, 0 no, 3 present or not votingD 7 yes, 203 no, 4 present or not voting
Apr 29, 2025 · Senate roll call 222 · needed 1/2
On the Motion to Proceed: Motion to Proceed Agreed to 52–46
R 52 yes, 0 no, 1 present or not votingI 0 yes, 2 noD 0 yes, 44 no, 1 present or not voting
Apr 30, 2025 · Senate roll call 223 · needed 1/2
On the Joint Resolution: Joint Resolution Passed 52–46
R 52 yes, 0 no, 1 present or not votingI 0 yes, 2 noD 0 yes, 44 no, 1 present or not voting
Cosponsors
- Mike Haridopolos R-FL-8
- Rep. Doug LaMalfa R-CA-1
- Laurel M. Lee R-FL-15
- Mary E. Miller R-IL-15
- Derek Schmidt R-KS-2
- Claudia Tenney R-NY-24