Proposed Rejection of New Federal Building Energy Rules
July 3, 2024
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Currently IN_COMMITTEE. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.
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The resolution directly challenges federal energy efficiency requirements, which would otherwise dictate the construction and renovation standards for government-owned facilities nationwide.
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Department of Energy
The agency's regulatory action is being challenged and would be nullified if the resolution passes.
Federal construction contractors
These entities would no longer be required to comply with the specific clean energy standards outlined in the invalidated rule.
Current stage: IN_COMMITTEE.
Floor Vote.
Background
- The Congressional Review Act (CRA) provides a mechanism for Congress to overturn federal agency rules by passing a joint resolution of disapproval. context
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Why It Matters
The resolution directly challenges federal energy efficiency requirements, which would otherwise dictate the construction and renovation standards for government-owned facilities nationwide.
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