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Congress·Passed House·H.Res. 977

Rules for Debating Energy Standards and Government Spending

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4593) to amend the Energy Policy and Conservation Act to revise the definition of showerhead; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5184) to prohibit the Secretary of Energy from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing, and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6938) making consolidated appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, and for other purposes.

2 months ago·View on Congress.gov
Part of: House Establishes Procedural Rules for Policy and Fentanyl Debates

Legislative Progress

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Key Points

  • This resolution sets the ground rules for how the House of Representatives will debate and vote on three separate bills. It is a necessary procedural step that allows these pieces of legislation to move forward for a final decision.
  • One of the bills would change the legal definition of a showerhead. This is part of an effort to adjust federal water-use and energy standards for bathroom fixtures sold to the public.
  • Another bill would stop the Department of Energy from enforcing energy efficiency rules for manufactured homes, like mobile homes. Supporters often argue this helps keep these homes affordable, while critics worry it could lead to higher monthly utility bills for residents.
  • The most significant part of this plan prepares for a vote on a major government spending bill for the 2026 budget year. This legislation decides how tax dollars are distributed across various federal agencies and public services.
  • The resolution limits debate for each bill to one hour, split between both political parties. This ensures the House can quickly move through these topics and hold final votes on each proposal.

Political Response

Milestones

13 actions
Jan 7, 2026House

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Jan 7, 2026House

On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 214 - 212 (Roll no. 3). (text: CR H113)

Jan 7, 2026

Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 214 - 212 (Roll no. 3). (text: CR H113)

Jan 7, 2026House

Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H122)

Jan 7, 2026House

POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - The Chair put the question on agreeing to H. Res. 977 and by voice vote, announced that the ayes prevailed. Mr. McGovern demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.

Vote Results

2 votes
HousePassedProceduralJan 7, 2026

On Ordering the Previous Question

213
211
Democrat
0 – 211 · 2
Republican
213 – 0 · 5
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HousePassedJan 7, 2026

On Agreeing to the Resolution

214
212
Democrat
0 – 212 · 1
Republican
214 – 0 · 4
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Related Bills

3 bills
H.R. 4593Related bill

SHOWER Act

Jan 15 — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.

H.R. 5184Related bill

Affordable HOMES Act

Jan 12 — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.

H.R. 6938Procedurally related

Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act, 2026

Jan 23 — Became Public Law No: 119-74.

Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4593) to amend the Energy Policy and Conservation Act to revise the definition of showerhead; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5184) to prohibit the Secretary of Energy from enforcing energy efficiency standards applicable to manufactured housing, and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6938) making consolidated appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, and for other purposes.

Bill NumberHRES 977
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionMotion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

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