Bills · HRES 242
PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS
House Res.HRES 242House of RepresentativesLegislative rules and procedure
Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 24) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Energy relating to "Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Walk-In Coolers and Walk-In Freezers"; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 75) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, Department of Energy relating to "Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Commercial Refrigerators, Freezers, and Refrigerator-Freezers"; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1048) to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to strengthen disclosure requirements relating to foreign gifts and contracts, to prohibit contracts between institutions of higher education and certain foreign entities and countries of concern, and for other purposes.
INTRO MAR 24· LAST ACTION MAR 25
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it's the gatekeeper for major decisions on energy policy and higher education transparency. By approving this procedural resolution, the House decides to formally consider whether to roll back federal energy efficiency rules for commercial refrigeration, which could impact energy consumption across the country, affect equipment costs for many businesses, and influence environmental goals.
It also matters because it allows a vote on a bill seeking to increase transparency and restrict foreign influence in American colleges. This could significantly alter how universities handle international funding and partnerships, addressing concerns about national security and academic integrity. If this resolution doesn't pass, these specific debates and votes on these important issues would likely be stalled or prevented, meaning current regulations and policies would remain unchanged for the time being.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Allows consideration of H.J. Res. 24, which seeks to disapprove a Department of Energy rule setting energy conservation standards for walk-in coolers and freezers.
This provision clears the way for a vote that could overturn new energy efficiency requirements for a common type of commercial refrigeration.
PROVISION 02
Allows consideration of H.J. Res. 75, which seeks to disapprove a Department of Energy rule setting energy conservation standards for commercial refrigerators, freezers, and refrigerator-freezers.
This provision enables a vote that could cancel new energy efficiency requirements for a broader range of commercial refrigeration equipment.
PROVISION 03
Allows consideration of H.R. 1048, which would amend higher education law to strengthen foreign gift/contract disclosure requirements and prohibit certain foreign contracts.
This provision permits a vote on a bill aiming to increase transparency and limit foreign influence in American colleges and universities.
PROVISION 04
Waives 'points of order' against consideration and provisions of H.J. Res. 24, H.J. Res. 75, and H.R. 1048.
This ensures that procedural objections cannot be used to prevent or delay the House from debating and voting on these measures.
PROVISION 05
Sets specific time limits and control for general debate on each of the measures.
This structures the legislative process, ensuring an organized discussion before the votes take place.
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ACTION TIMELINE
11 EVENTSMAR 25
Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H1232-1238)
MAR 25
DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 242.
MAR 25
POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 242, the Chair put the question on ordering the previous question and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Neguse demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
MAR 25
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H1239-1241)
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Resolution
NumberHRES 242
Congress119th
StatusPassed House
IntroducedMar 24, 2025
Last actionMar 25, 2025
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PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS · RULES COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 24, 2025
House Res.HRES 242House of RepresentativesLegislative rules and procedure
Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 24) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Energy relating to "Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Walk-In Coolers and Walk-In Freezers"; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 75) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, Department of Energy relating to "Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Commercial Refrigerators, Freezers, and Refrigerator-Freezers"; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1048) to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to strengthen disclosure requirements relating to foreign gifts and contracts, to prohibit contracts between institutions of higher education and certain foreign entities and countries of concern, and for other purposes.
INTRODUCED MAR 24, 2025
