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".
Commercial Refrigerators: Blocking New Energy Efficiency Rules
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Legislative Progress
214–193
Key Points
- Congress is moving to cancel a new rule from the Department of Energy that would have set stricter energy-saving standards for commercial refrigerators and freezers.
- This action targets equipment used in businesses like grocery stores, restaurants, and convenience stores, rather than the fridges people have in their homes.
- If this resolution becomes law, the Department of Energy cannot move forward with these specific efficiency requirements, and the old rules will stay in place.
- This move prevents the government from enforcing the new standards published in January 2025, which were designed to reduce energy consumption in the commercial food industry.
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Milestones
Became Public Law No: 119-9.
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Signed by President.
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Presented to President.
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Passed Senate without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 52 - 45. Record Vote Number: 228. (consideration: CR S2726-2727)
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Vote Results
3 votesOn 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 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".
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