Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4626) to amend the Energy Policy and Conservation Act to prohibit the Secretary of Energy from prescribing any new or amended energy conservation standard for a product that is not technologically feasible and economically justified, and for other purposes, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4758) to repeal provisions of Public Law 117-169 relating to taxpayer subsidies for home electrification, and for other purposes.

This bill is under review by a committee. The committee holds hearings, gathers testimony from experts and stakeholders, and may propose amendments. If the committee votes to advance it, the bill moves to the full chamber for debate and a vote.

If adopted, this resolution clears the way for House votes on two bills. The first could make it harder for the government to require energy-saving features in appliances and equipment. The second could eliminate tax breaks for things like heat pumps and electric panels. Since the rule restricts debate to one hour per bill and waives points of order, passage is more likely, but the bills still need Senate approval to become law.

Supporters, mostly Republicans, view this rule as a necessary step to advance legislation that cuts red tape and reduces government spending. Critics, mostly Democrats, contend that the rule restricts debate and that the underlying bills would hurt consumers by removing popular energy-saving programs. Some consumer groups have expressed concern about potential higher energy bills.