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Congressional Debate: Firearms, Government Rules, Gas Stoves, and Energy Efficiency.

This document outlines the rules for considering several important bills in the House of Representatives. These include rules on firearms, the impact of government regulations on citizens' lives, prohibiting federal funds for gas stove bans, and energy efficiency standards for cooking products. Citizens should pay attention to these changes as they may affect their rights, finances, and daily choices.
Key points
Vote on disapproving firearm regulations concerning stabilizing braces, potentially impacting gun owners.
Consideration of a bill requiring Congressional approval for major government rules to take effect, potentially limiting federal agency influence on citizens' lives.
Debate on prohibiting federal funds for gas stove bans, directly affecting consumer choices.
Consideration of a bill to block new energy efficiency standards for cooking products, potentially impacting appliance costs and availability.
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VOTING RESULTS
2023-06-13
51%
For 218
Against 209
Abstain 0
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Adopted
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 118_HRES_495
Sponsor: Rep. Massie, Thomas [R-KY-4]
Process start date: 2023-06-12
Voting date: 2023-06-13
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 250
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 44) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives relating to "Factoring Criteria for Firearms with Attached 'stabilizing braces'"; 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_495.

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 2023-06-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Vote on disapproving firearm regulations concerning stabilizing braces, potentially impacting gun owners.
  • Consideration of a bill requiring Congressional approval for major government rules to take effect, potentially limiting federal agency influence on citizens' lives.
  • Debate on prohibiting federal funds for gas stove bans, directly affecting consumer choices.
  • Consideration of a bill to block new energy efficiency standards for cooking products, potentially impacting appliance costs and availability.
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. Massie, Thomas [R-KY-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 218 - 209 (Roll no. 250). (text: CR H2822-2823)

Is this summary verified?

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

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