Collins-Lieberman eng indep clean air cli sec

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Collins worked with Sen. Joe Lieberman to introduce the Collins-Lieberman Energy Independence, Clean Air and Climate Security Act which would have set new standards for transportation and energy and reduced emissions to 1990 levels by 2020. The League of Conservation Voters had great things to say when they endorsed Collins in 2008 and told Grist, "She has demonstrated great leadership, particularly on global warming. We think that she's going to play a critical role in 2009 in helping us get the 60 votes we're going to need to move something in the Senate."

died in finance comm?

S. 1554 (110th): Energy Independence, Clean Air, and Climate Security Act of 2007

Introduced:Jun 06, 2007 (110th Congress, 2007–2009)Sponsor:Sen. Susan Collins [R-ME]Status:Died (Referred to Committee)

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Sens. Susan Collins (R-Maine) and Joe Lieberman (I-Conn.) introduced energy and climate legislation today that aims to reduce U.S. greenhouse gas emissions from power plants while also increasing fuel economy from automobiles and heavy-duty trucks.

The "Energy Independence, Clean Air and Climate Security Act" covers most of the bases in the debate over energy and environmental policy and was timed for introduction as the Senate prepares for floor action next week on the same issues.

In a speech on the Senate floor, Collins explained the need for a bill that touches on so many areas. "This legislation takes an integrated approach that is much needed and long overdue if we are to address the inseparable issues that are crucial to our nation's economy," she said.

Kevin Kelley, a Collins spokesman, said pieces of the bill will be offered as amendments during next week's energy floor debate.

According to Collins' office, the bill would call for an increase in fuel economy to 35 miles per gallon by 2019 and then boost it to 45 miles per gallon in 2030. Tax credits of up to $3,400 would be extended indefinitely for the purchase of hybrid and "lean-burn" cars.

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