The House approved legislation on Tuesday that would ease federal regulations on the manufacture of coolers, water heaters and other appliances.

In a 398-2 vote, members approved H.R. 6582, the American Energy Manufacturing Technical Corrections Act. This bill combines several proposals that the House and Senate have approved this year, including language that would allow manufacturers of walk-in coolers to use different standards to meet energy efficiency goals. It also eases rules for water heaters and over-the-counter refrigerators.

While bills easing energy-related regulations have been divisive this year, both Republicans and Democrats said they could support the bill.

“This bill will reduce regulatory burdens and provide greater certainty for manufacturers, allowing them to stay in business, avoid layoffs and will also ensure the continued benefits of energy savings and consumer savings because of increased energy efficiency,” Rep. Ed. Whitfield (R-Ky.) said.

“This bill will not produce large energy savings, but it’s a worthwhile package of consensus improvements,” Rep. Henry Waxman (D-Calif.) said.

Hawaii Reps. Colleen Hanabusa and Mazie Hirono were in the majority.

—Chad Blair