Federal energy bill vote falls short

Legislation back on agenda for when senators return in January

Larry Persily

Petroleum News Juneau Correspondent

Although the federal energy bill is in hibernation until at least January, congressional leaders are showing no shortage of energy in passing out blame for its failure to pass this year. Democrats blame Republicans for adding too much spending and too many tax credits to the bill, which is being cal....

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