On to the Next Step

The House of Representatives has passed the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 by a vote of 235-181. The bill, which would significantly increase automobile fuel economy standards for the first time in 30 years while also rolling back oil industry tax breaks and encouraging the use of alternative energy, now faces tough sledding in the Senate and a threatened veto by President Bush. So, while it's a huge victory, it's still just a bill ...