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The House passed the “Cash for Clunkers” bill which authorizes $4 billion for cash rebates of up to $4,500 to consumers who trade in their cars or SUVs for newer, more fuel-efficient…

Former Vice President Al Gore and Senator John Warner testified on the American Clean Energy Security Act of 2009. The proposed legislation would cut carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases by 20…

Witnesses testified about the practice of “post-claims underwriting,” which occurs when insurance companies cancel individual health insurance policies after providers submit claims for…

The House passed in a 219-212 vote the climate change and energy bill. It includes cap and trade provisions and renewable energy requirements. Members also approved $32 billion for Interior…

Witnesses examined the recent auto dealership closures announced by Chrysler and General Motors. Chrysler plans to close 789 dealerships this week and GM wants to eliminate approximately…

The House considered several bills, most dealing with Interior Department water treatment projects.

The House approved a motion to concur with Senate amendments to the previously-passed House public lands bill.

The House considered a new $6 billion school reconstruction program requiring many renovations to use green technology that meet energy star criteria. Energy Star is an international…

The House debated several bills and passed a measure that calls on the president and the secretary of state to oppose a recent United Nations report on the Gaza conflict, calling it biased…

The House voted to add $2 billion the Cash for Clunkers program. Lawmakers also voted to let shareholders vote on limiting executive pay.

House members debated the Cars Allowance Rebate System, or Cash for Clunkers. The program used the $1 billion appropriated to it in 4 days instead of the 4 months projected. Congressmen…

Witnesses testified at a food safety hearing on the recent salmonella outbreak associated with peanut butter and other peanut products manufactured by the Peanut Corporation of America. Stewart…

Members debated various provisions and amendments to H.R. 3200, "America’s Affordable Health Choices Act".

The House debated and passed health reform legislation by a vote of 220-215. One Republican, Rep. Joseph Cao (R-LA), voted for the bill and 39 Democrats voted against the legislation.

The House Energy and Commerce Committee met for a markup hearing to draft legislation that would reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Members debated provisions and proposed amendments to the energy…

The House considered a spending bill for the Departments of Justice and Commerce. Lawmakers also approved the final agreement on $106 billion in additional spending for the wars in Iraq and…

Witnesses testified about proposed legislation titled, “Food Safety Enhancement Act of 2009.” Among the topics they addressed were past problems of cantamination in the food supply, needed…