Bill117th CongressFiled May 2, 2022Energy
S.Res. 608
A resolution expressing the sense of Congress about the need to stop excessive price increases by oil and gas companies and the importance of rapidly transitioning to a clean energy economy.
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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (May 2, 2022)
This resolution expresses the sense of the Senate that Congress and the President must stop price gouging and excessive price increases by oil and gas companies and help consumers and small businesses harmed by rising energy prices. The resolution also calls for the United States to transition to a clean energy economy.
What just happenedMay 2, 2022
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (text: CR S2247-2248)
Who’s behind it
Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR](D-OR)Sponsor
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- Introduced in SenateMay 2, 2022
- May 2, 2022IntroReferral
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (text: CR S2247-2248)
Energy and Natural Resources Committee - May 2, 2022IntroReferral10000
Introduced in Senate