This joint resolution eliminates new, more stringent energy conservation standards for commercial refrigerators, freezers, and refrigerator-freezers. Under the joint resolution, such equipment is no longer required to comply with the new standards. Specifically, the joint resolution nullifies the rule titled Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Commercial Refrigerators, Freezers, and Refrigerator-Freezers and published by the Department of Energy's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy on January 21, 2025. Under the rule, the office adopted new energy conservation standards for commercial refrigeration equipment to achieve the maximum improvement in energy efficiency that is technologically feasible and economically justified. The rule required the equipment to comply with the those standards by January 22, 2029.
CRS summary — Public Law (2025-05-09)
| Date | Chamber | Question | Yea–Nay | Result | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-03-27 | House | On Passage | 214–193 | Passed | ⭐ Became law |
| 2025-04-30 | Senate | On the Motion to Proceed | 52–46 | Motion to Proceed Agreed to | |
| 2025-05-01 | Senate | On the Joint Resolution | 52–45 | Joint Resolution Passed | ⭐ Became law |
Senate counts are senators only; a Vice President tie-breaking vote is not included (e.g. 50–50, passed).