House Votes to Overturn Biden-Era Gas Water Heater Regulation

The resolution, supported by 11 Democrats, seeks to block energy efficiency standards set to take effect in 2029.

The House passed a resolution 221-198 to repeal a Biden-era rule requiring higher energy efficiency for gas-fired water heaters.
The regulation, introduced by the Department of Energy during Biden's term, would ban non-condensing gas water heaters by 2029.
Republicans argue the rule limits consumer choice, increases costs, and disproportionately affects low-income and elderly populations.
Eleven House Democrats joined Republicans in supporting the resolution, signaling bipartisan concerns over the regulation's impact.
The Congressional Review Act was used to bypass the filibuster, allowing a simple majority vote to challenge the regulation.