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SJRES 50119th CongressIntroduced
A joint resolution 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 for Appliance Standards: Certification Requirements, Labeling Requirements, and Enforcement Provisions for Certain Consumer Products and Commercial Equipment".
Introduced: Oct 29, 2025
Economy & TaxesEnvironment & ClimateTechnology & Innovation
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
This joint resolution disapproves a Department of Energy rule establishing updated certification, labeling, and enforcement requirements for energy conservation standards covering consumer appliances and commercial equipment, nullifying the regulation under the Congressional Review Act to prevent its implementation and maintain prior regulatory frameworks.
Key Points
- 1The resolution specifically targets the DOE's October 2024 rule that imposed new compliance obligations on manufacturers regarding appliance efficiency verification and product labeling procedures.
- 2Congressional disapproval under the CRA permanently blocks the regulation from taking effect, reverting to previous standards and halting planned enforcement mechanisms for covered products.
- 3The rejected rule would have required manufacturers to implement updated testing protocols and disclosure requirements for energy consumption data across multiple appliance categories.
Impact Areas
Appliance manufacturing industryCommercial equipment producersDepartment of Energy regulatory authorityConsumers of energy-efficient products
Generated by ExpertLegislativeAnalyst-v3 on Nov 1, 2025