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New rules for washers, judges, and wildlife conservation

This document addresses three distinct areas: setting energy efficiency standards for clothes washers, increasing the number of federal judges, and reauthorizing wildlife habitat conservation programs. Citizens may experience impacts on appliance availability and cost, judicial efficiency, and the state of the natural environment.
Key points
Changes to washing machine regulations: Prohibits imposing standards that are not cost-effective or technologically feasible, potentially affecting appliance prices and availability.
More federal judges: Increasing the number of district judges aims to speed up court proceedings, potentially reducing waiting times for legal decisions.
Support for wildlife conservation: Reauthorizing wildlife habitat and conservation programs may lead to better environmental protection and biodiversity.
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VOTING RESULTS
2024-12-10
50%
For 211
Against 207
Abstain 0
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Adopted
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 118_HRES_1612
Sponsor: Rep. Scott, Austin [R-GA-8]
Process start date: 2024-12-10
Voting date: 2024-12-10
Meeting no: 2
Voting no: 495
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7673) to prohibit the Secretary of Energy from prescribing or enforcing energy conservation standards for clothes washers that are not cost-effective or technologically feasible, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (S. 4199) to authorize additional district judges for the district courts and convert temporary judgeships; and providing for consideration of the Senate amendment to the bill (H.R. 5009) to reauthorize wildlife habitat and conservation programs, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HRES_1612.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-12-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Changes to washing machine regulations: Prohibits imposing standards that are not cost-effective or technologically feasible, potentially affecting appliance prices and availability.
  • More federal judges: Increasing the number of district judges aims to speed up court proceedings, potentially reducing waiting times for legal decisions.
  • Support for wildlife conservation: Reauthorizing wildlife habitat and conservation programs may lead to better environmental protection and biodiversity.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Adopted.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Scott, Austin [R-GA-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 211 - 207 (Roll no. 495). (text: CR H6549-6550)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

CATEGORIES

Environment Courts and Law Economy