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H.R. 6:
Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007
110th Congress

This is a bill in the U.S. Congress originating in the House of Representatives ("H.R."). A bill must be passed by both the House and Senate and then be signed by the President before it becomes law.

Bill numbers restart from 1 every two years. Each two-year cycle is called a session of Congress. This bill was created in the 110th Congress, in 2007-2008.

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2007-2008

An Act to move the United States toward greater energy independence and security, to increase the production of clean renewable fuels, to protect consumers, to increase the efficiency of products, buildings, and vehicles, to promote research on and deploy greenhouse gas capture and storage options, and to improve the energy performance of the Federal Government, and for other purposes.

Overview

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Text:
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Status:
Occurred: IntroducedJan 12, 2007
Occurred: Referred to CommitteeView Committee Assignments
Occurred: Reported by CommitteeJan 22, 2007
Occurred: Amendments (331 proposed)View Amendments
Occurred: Passed HouseJan 18, 2007
Occurred: Passed SenateJun 21, 2007
Occurred: Signed by PresidentDec 19, 2007
This bill became law. It was signed by George Bush.
Last Action:
Dec 19, 2007: Became Public Law No: 110-140.
Other Titles:
-- Advanced Geothermal Energy Research and Development Act of 2007
-- Department of Energy Carbon Capture and Sequestration Research, Development, and Demonstration Act of 2007
-- Green Jobs Act of 2007
-- Marine and Hydrokinetic Renewable Energy Research and Development Act
-- Solar Energy Research and Advancement Act of 2007
-- Ten-in-Ten Fuel Economy Act
-- United States Energy Storage Competitiveness Act of 2007
-- Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act
Related:
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Votes:
Jan 18, 2007: This bill passed in the House of Representatives by roll call vote. The totals were 264 Ayes, 163 Nays, 8 Present/Not Voting. Vote Details.
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Jun 21, 2007: This bill passed in the Senate by roll call vote. The totals were 65 Ayes, 27 Nays, 7 Present/Not Voting. Vote Details.
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Question & Answer
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Oct 8, 2008 11:25 AM - What are the civil penalties for non-compliance of Sec. 301 External Power Supply Efficency Standards for H.R.6 EISA 2007? - Answer it!
Dec 23, 2008 6:07 PM - Does Puerto Rico have to comply? - Answer it!
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