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".

This joint resolution proposes to use the Congressional Review Act to nullify a Department of Energy rule regarding energy conservation standards for consumer gas-fired instantaneous water heaters. The rule in question, which was finalized in late 2024, set higher efficiency requirements for these appliances. By disapproving of this rule, Congress would prevent the Department of Energy from enforcing these specific standards and would also prohibit the agency from issuing a substantially similar rule in the future without new legislative authorization.

If enacted, this measure would maintain the existing market for gas-fired tankless water heaters by preventing the implementation of the stricter federal efficiency mandates. Proponents of such resolutions often argue that higher standards can increase the upfront cost of appliances for homeowners and limit consumer choice. Conversely, the original rule aimed to reduce energy consumption and lower utility bills over the long term by ensuring that new appliances meet higher performance benchmarks. This resolution would effectively stop those new federal requirements from taking effect.