A joint resolution 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 Consumer Gas-fired Instantaneous Water Heaters".

Would business owners be better off under this?+2

The bill reduces regulatory compliance costs for manufacturers and retailers of gas-fired water heaters.

Does this make it easier to run a small business?+2

By nullifying energy conservation standards for water heaters, the bill reduces regulatory burdens on businesses that manufacture or sell these products.

Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+1

Preventing new energy standards may keep the purchase price of water heaters lower for consumers.

Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?-3

The bill prevents the implementation of energy conservation standards that are intended to reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions.

Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?-2

The resolution stops the Department of Energy from enforcing more stringent energy efficiency standards for consumer products.

Does this give the federal government more power?-2

The resolution actively reduces the regulatory authority of a federal agency.