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 Walk-In Coolers and Walk-In Freezers".
Blocking New Energy Standards for Walk-In Coolers and Freezers
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Legislative Progress
203–182
Key Points
- Congress is using its power to cancel a new rule from the Department of Energy. This rule would have set stricter energy-saving standards for walk-in coolers and freezers used in businesses like grocery stores, warehouses, and restaurants.
- This action directly affects companies that make commercial refrigeration equipment and the businesses that buy them. By blocking the rule, these companies will not have to update their designs to meet the new federal efficiency requirements.
- The goal of the original Department of Energy rule was to reduce energy waste and lower utility bills over time. However, critics often argue that these types of regulations make equipment more expensive for business owners to purchase upfront.
- Because this is a formal disapproval by Congress, the Department of Energy is not allowed to create a similar rule in the future unless Congress passes a new law giving them permission to do so.
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Milestones
Became Public Law No: 119-7.
The President signed it. This is now the law of the land.
Signed by President.
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Presented to President.
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Passed Senate without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 53 - 42. Record Vote Number: 162.
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Vote Results
3 votesOn Passage
On the Motion to Proceed
On the Joint Resolution
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
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 Walk-In Coolers and Walk-In Freezers".
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