H.R.es177 - Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (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; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 61) providing for co…
Summary
H.Res. 177 is a resolution providing for the consideration of three joint resolutions: H.J. Res. 42, H.J. Res. 61, and S.J. Res. 11. These joint resolutions aim to disapprove rules submitted by the Department of Energy, the Environmental Protection Agency, and the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, respectively, under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code (Congressional Review Act). The resolution outlines the procedures for debating and voting on these joint resolutions in the House.
Expected Effects
If adopted, H.Res. 177 will allow the House to consider resolutions disapproving specific agency rules. This could lead to the overturning of regulations related to energy conservation, air pollution, and marine archaeological resources. The specific impact depends on whether the House votes to disapprove the underlying agency rules.
Potential Benefits
- Streamlined legislative process for considering resolutions of disapproval.
- Potential for reining in regulatory overreach by federal agencies.
- Opportunity for Congress to assert its authority over agency rulemaking.
- Increased accountability of executive branch agencies to Congress.
- Allows for debate and potential amendment of the resolutions.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for weakening environmental and consumer protections.
- Risk of increased political gridlock and policy uncertainty.
- May prioritize short-term economic interests over long-term sustainability.
- Could undermine the expertise and authority of regulatory agencies.
- May lead to inconsistent or conflicting regulatory policies.
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Constitutional Alignment
This resolution aligns with Article I, Section 1 of the Constitution, which vests all legislative powers in Congress. The Congressional Review Act, under which these resolutions are being considered, is a mechanism for Congress to check the power of the executive branch in rulemaking, reinforcing the separation of powers principle. The resolution itself is procedural, setting the terms for debate and voting, which falls within the House's constitutional authority to determine its own rules and proceedings.
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).