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Regulatory Oversight, Gas Stove Protection, and Energy Standards

This document outlines the procedures for considering four bills in the House of Representatives. These bills aim to increase Congressional oversight of executive branch rules, clarify judicial review of agency interpretations, prohibit federal funding for gas stove bans, and prevent new energy efficiency standards for cooking products. Citizens may experience the impact of these changes through greater stability regarding household appliance regulations and potentially less government interference in appliance choices.
Key points
Increased Congressional control over new, significant government rules, potentially slowing their implementation.
Changes in how courts review agency interpretations of laws, which could affect legal stability.
Prohibition of federal funds for gas stove bans, protecting the availability of these appliances.
Blocking new energy efficiency standards for cooking products, potentially impacting appliance costs and choices.
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VOTING RESULTS
2023-06-06
For 206
Against 220
Abstain 0
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Status:
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HRES_463
Sponsor: Rep. Massie, Thomas [R-KY-4]
Process start date: 2023-06-05
Voting date: 2023-06-06
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 248
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 277) to amend chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, to provide that major rules of the executive branch shall have no force or effect unless a joint resolution of approval is enacted into law; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 288) to amend title 5, United States Code, to clarify the nature of judicial review of agency interpretations of statutory and regulatory provisions; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1615) to prohibit the use of Federal funds to ban gas stoves; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1640) to prohibit the Secretary of Energy from finalizing, implementing, or enforcing the proposed rule titled "Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Conventional Cooking Products", 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_463.

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 2023-06-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased Congressional control over new, significant government rules, potentially slowing their implementation.
  • Changes in how courts review agency interpretations of laws, which could affect legal stability.
  • Prohibition of federal funds for gas stove bans, protecting the availability of these appliances.
  • Blocking new energy efficiency standards for cooking products, potentially impacting appliance costs and choices.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

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. Massie, Thomas [R-KY-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - The Chair put the question on the motion to reconsider and by voice vote announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Pallone demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.

Is this summary verified?

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

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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