The American Climate and Energy Security Act

H.R. 2454

This bill, introduced May 15 by Congressmen Waxman and Markey, builds upon the discussion draft circulated in March. Though the bill’s major components are the same, Waxman and Markey made important additions and changes, which are outlined below. The bill is currently being “marked up” in the Energy and Commerce Committee. Chairman Waxman has pledged to pass this landmark legislation through his committee by [Read more…]