H.J.Res.42 - 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. (119th Congress)
Summary
H.J.Res.42 is a joint resolution passed by the House of Representatives that disapproves a rule submitted by the Department of Energy (DOE). The rule concerns energy conservation program appliance standards related to certification, labeling, and enforcement for certain consumer products and commercial equipment. The resolution aims to nullify the DOE rule, preventing it from taking effect.
Expected Effects
If enacted, H.J.Res.42 would prevent the Department of Energy's rule regarding appliance standards from being implemented. This means that the existing regulations, or lack thereof, would remain in place. The impact would primarily affect manufacturers and consumers of appliances and commercial equipment.
Potential Benefits
- Potentially reduces compliance costs for manufacturers, at least in the short term.
- May lead to lower initial prices for appliances if manufacturers avoid costs associated with the new standards.
- Could prevent disruptions to the supply chain if the new standards were difficult to meet.
- May allow consumers more choice in appliance features and energy efficiency levels.
- Could prevent the stifling of innovation if the DOE rule was overly prescriptive.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potentially leads to less energy-efficient appliances being sold, increasing energy consumption.
- Could result in higher energy bills for consumers over the long term.
- May hinder the development and adoption of more environmentally friendly technologies.
- Could negatively impact efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change.
- May create uncertainty for manufacturers who have already begun to comply with the new standards.
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Constitutional Alignment
This resolution utilizes the Congressional Review Act, which allows Congress to disapprove of agency rules. Article I, Section 1 of the Constitution vests all legislative powers in Congress, which includes the power to oversee and check the executive branch's regulatory actions. The resolution itself doesn't appear to violate any specific constitutional provision, as it is an exercise of Congress's legislative authority.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).