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Collin Peterson sides with Republicans in failed repeal of light bulb standards

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By Jon Collins | 07.13.11 | 3:24 pm

Minnesota Congressman Collin Peterson, a “Blue Dog” Democrat, joined Republicans in a failed attempt to overturn a law that will require more energy efficient light bulbs starting next year.

Blogs buzz about Bachmann bulb bill

By Andy Birkey | 03.26.08 | 2:29 pm

Rep. Michele Bachmann, R-Minn., is pushing the Light Bulb Freedom of Choice Act, a bill that would repeal a phaseout of incandescent light bulbs in favor of more energy efficient fluorescent bulbs. The phaseout was part of the last energy…

Energy Bill Brings Change, But Passes On Renewable Electricity Standard

By Dan Haugen | 12.20.07 | 8:10 am

President Bush Signs Energy BillA federal energy bill signed into law Wednesday will give a boost to biofuel producers, increase car fuel-efficiency standards and phase out…