Landmark Energy Bill Passes US House of Representatives

The American Clean Energy & Security Act passed the US House of Representatives this evening by a vote of 219-212. Despite the close margin, a win is a win. The bill proceeds to a vote in the Senate.

The New York Times reports:

"The 219-212 vote marked the first time that either house of Congress has approved a bill aimed at curbing the heat-trapping gases scientists have linked to climate change, and it could lead to sweeping changes in many sectors of the American economy, including electric power generation, agriculture, manufacturing and construction." More.

Connecticut's delegation, Representative Larson, DeLauro, Courtney, Murphy, and Himes, all voted in favor of the bill.

To see how each representative voted, go to http://clerk.house.gov/evs/2009/roll477.xml.