H.R.1781 - To repeal certain executive orders. (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R.1781 is a bill introduced in the House of Representatives on March 3, 2025, aiming to repeal four specific executive orders issued on January 20, 2025. These executive orders relate to energy policy, international environmental agreements, a national energy emergency declaration, and offshore wind leasing. The bill prohibits the use of federal funds to implement, administer, enforce, or carry out these executive orders.
Expected Effects
If enacted, H.R.1781 would nullify the specified executive orders, preventing their implementation. This would likely lead to a shift in policy back to the status quo prior to the issuance of those orders. The bill also includes a savings provision, clarifying that it does not impair any authority granted to the President.
Potential Benefits
- Potentially restores environmental protections weakened by the repealed executive orders.
- May allow for renewed focus on renewable energy development and climate change mitigation.
- Could lead to increased international cooperation on environmental issues.
- May prevent the declaration of a national energy emergency based on potentially politically motivated grounds.
- Could reinstate previous policies supporting offshore wind leasing and development.
Potential Disadvantages
- Could hinder efforts to promote domestic energy production, potentially impacting energy independence.
- May slow down the development of energy infrastructure projects.
- Could lead to increased reliance on foreign energy sources.
- May negatively impact industries that benefited from the repealed executive orders.
- Potential for increased regulatory burden on businesses.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill's attempt to repeal executive orders falls under Congress's legislative powers as defined in Article I, Section 1 of the Constitution, which vests all legislative powers in Congress. The bill does not appear to infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or protections. The savings provision acknowledges the President's authority, suggesting an attempt to avoid constitutional conflict.
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).