Ashley Moody (R-FL)
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: Energy Conservation Standards for Commercial Refrigerators, Freezers, and Refrigerator-Freezers".
A Republican resolution with 2 Republican cosponsors · See all 2 cosponsors
Last activity — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This joint resolution aims to disapprove a specific rule submitted by the Department of Energy. The rule in question relates to the "Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Commercial Refrigerators, Freezers, and Refrigerator-Freezers." If passed, the resolution would ensure that the rule has no force or effect. The resolution was introduced by Mrs. Moody and Ms. Ernst.
Yes
- Scored +5
Does this make it easier to run a small business?
The disapproval of energy standards may reduce regulatory compliance costs for businesses operating commercial refrigeration.
- Scored +5
Would business owners be better off under this?
Disapproving these standards reduces the immediate regulatory and capital expenditure burden on businesses.
- Scored +3
Would farmers be better off under this?
Lowering energy standards may reduce operating costs for agricultural refrigeration needs.
The opposite· 3 of 8
- Scored -5
Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?
Disapproving energy efficiency standards may lead to higher energy consumption and increased carbon emissions.
- Scored -3
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?
The resolution weakens environmental standards by preventing the implementation of new energy conservation rules.
- Scored -3
Does this give the federal government more power?
The resolution serves to curtail the regulatory authority of a federal agency.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Prevention of Rule Enforcement: By disapproving the rule, the resolution ensures that the Department of Energy's new standards for commercial refrigerators, freezers, and refrigerator-freezers have no force or effect.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts are detailed in the text: The provided text focuses solely on the action of disapproving the Department of Energy rule and does not list potential negative consequences resulting from that disapproval.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change? — Disapproving energy efficiency standards may lead to higher energy consumption and increased carbon emissions. Does this better protect air, water and wildlife? — The resolution weakens environmental standards by preventing the implementation of new energy conservation rules.
- Economy And Finance
- Does this make it easier to run a small business? — The disapproval of energy standards may reduce regulatory compliance costs for businesses operating commercial refrigeration. Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices? — Rolling back energy standards may reduce the efficiency and long-term cost savings of consumer and commercial appliances.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this give the federal government more power? — The resolution serves to curtail the regulatory authority of a federal agency.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would business owners be better off under this? — Disapproving these standards reduces the immediate regulatory and capital expenditure burden on businesses. Would farmers be better off under this? — Lowering energy standards may reduce operating costs for agricultural refrigeration needs. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — Reduced energy efficiency in appliances may lead to higher utility costs for households. Would middle-income households be better off under this? — Rolling back efficiency standards may result in higher long-term costs for appliances and electricity. Would retired people be better off under this? — Potential increases in energy costs may negatively impact those on fixed incomes. Would union members be better off under this? — Reduced standards may decrease demand for manufacturing specialized high-efficiency equipment.
- 4/1/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/27/2025
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in Senate
One bill Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
Tom CottonRepublican · Arkansas
Joni ErnstRepublican · Iowa