H.R.es242 - Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 24) 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: Energy Conservation Standards for Walk-In Coolers and Walk-In Freezers; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 75) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule su…
Summary
H.Res. 242 is a resolution providing for the consideration of two joint resolutions (H.J. Res. 24 and H.J. Res. 75) concerning congressional disapproval of Department of Energy rules related to energy conservation standards for walk-in coolers/freezers and commercial refrigerators/freezers. It also outlines the process for considering H.R. 1048, a bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 regarding foreign gifts and contracts to institutions of higher education.
The resolution waives points of order against the consideration of these measures and sets time limits for debate. It specifies the process for amendments to H.R. 1048, limiting them to those printed in the Rules Committee report.
Expected Effects
This resolution will allow the House to debate and vote on disapproving the Department of Energy's energy conservation standards for certain appliances. It also streamlines the process for considering amendments to the bill concerning foreign influence in higher education.
Passage of the joint resolutions would effectively nullify the energy conservation standards set by the Department of Energy. The bill regarding higher education would increase disclosure requirements and prohibit certain contracts with foreign entities.
Potential Benefits
- Allows Congress to review and potentially overturn agency regulations, ensuring accountability.
- Provides a structured process for debating and amending important legislation.
- Addresses concerns about foreign influence in higher education through increased transparency.
- May lead to reduced regulatory burdens on businesses if the joint resolutions are passed.
- Ensures debate on energy efficiency standards.
Potential Disadvantages
- Disapproving energy conservation standards could lead to less energy efficiency and potentially higher energy consumption.
- The resolution limits the scope of amendments to H.R. 1048, potentially restricting the ability of representatives to fully address concerns.
- Waiving points of order could bypass normal procedural safeguards.
- Potential for increased costs to consumers if energy efficiency standards are rolled back.
- May hinder efforts to combat climate change.
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Constitutional Alignment
This resolution aligns with Article I, Section 5 of the U.S. Constitution, which grants each House the power to determine the rules of its proceedings. The resolution sets the rules for considering specific bills and joint resolutions.
The use of the Congressional Review Act (chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code) for disapproving agency rules is a power delegated by Congress and subject to constitutional limitations. The resolution itself does not violate any specific constitutional provision.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
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