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Perspective

Apr. 17, 2009

Is ACES a Winning Hand?

The American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009 is the first serious attempt at addressing climate change and energy issues since Democrats took control of the White House, write Michael J. Steel and William M. Sloan.

INSIGHT COLUMN

By Michael J. Steel and William M. Sloan

The 648-page bill known as the American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009, or ACES, offered by key leaders in the House, is the first serious attempt at addressing both climate change and energy issues since Democrats took control of Congress and the White House. Introducing the bill on March 31, House Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Henry Waxman promised an ambitious schedule for action, with...

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