Open Congress : Blog Articles for H.R.6495 Transportation and Housing Choices for Gas Price Relief Act of 2008

Reps. Blumenauer, Tauscher and Shays Introduce Bill to Provide ...

2008-10-29T00:00:00Z

Titled, "H.R. 6495: Transportation and Housing Choices for Gas Price Relief Act of 2008", the proposed bipartisan legislation was referred to the House Oversight and Government Reform, Ways and Means, Financial Services and ...

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Aging and Disability in America: H.R.6893 Fostering Connections to ...

2008-10-29T00:00:00Z

... HR 6410 (1); HR 6414 (1); HR 6422 (1); HR 6427 (1); HR 6444 (1); HR 6445 (2); HR 6448 (1); HR 6485 (1); HR 6494 (1); HR 6495 (1); HR 6498 (1); HR 6503 (1); HR 6600 (1); HR 6605 (1); HR 6619 (1); HR 6800 (1); HR 6835 (1); HR 6893 (1) ...

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Public Transportation, Walkable-Community Development Bill

2008-09-28T00:00:00Z

The Transportation and Housing Options for Gas Price Relief Act of 2008 (HR 6495) has been introduced in the House of Representatives. Sponsored by Earl Blumenauer (D-OR), the bill is cosponsored by Chris Shays (R-CT), Ellen Tauscher ...

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Resources for tracking the energy bills: Part 1

2008-09-14T00:00:00Z

HR 6495. To authorize programs and activities to support transportation and housing options that will assist American families in reducing transportation costs, and for other purposes. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ...

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Climate 411 Â» Emergency Funding for Public Transit Crisis - Blogs ...

2008-09-03T00:00:00Z

Oberstar, D-MN); The Transportation and Housing Options for Gas Price Relief Act (H.R. 6495 - Rep. Blumenauer, D-OR. The Oberstar bill was passed by the House last month and referred to the Senate, which has not yet decided whether to ...

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The Transportation and Housing Choices for Gas Price Relief Act of ...

2008-09-01T00:00:00Z

The Transportation and Housing Choices for Gas Price Relief Act of 2008, HR 6495, introduced by (who else?) Earl Blumenauer has a bunch of stuff in it for transit and housing, but he didn't forget bicyclists: ...

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largest ethanol producer

2008-08-23T00:00:00Z

the bill, â€œthe transportation and housing options for gas price relief act of 2008â€* (hr 6495), was introduced in the us house of representatives by us rep. earl blumenauer (d-or). it is cosponsored by us reps. chris shays (r-ct), ...

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Blumenauer Introduces Bill to Help Provide Relief from High Gas

2008-08-17T00:00:00Z

Washington, DC â€“ Today Congressman Earl Blumenauer (D-Ore) introduced the bipartisan â€œTransportation and Housing Choices for Gas Price Relief Act,â€* HR6495, with Reps. Ellen Tauscher (D-CA) and Christopher Shays (R-CT) as original ...

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I'm Seeing Green: Public Transit on the Rise?

2008-08-07T00:00:00Z

The bill, â€œThe Transportation and Housing Options for Gas Price Relief Act of 2008â€* (H.R. 6495), was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives by U.S. Rep. Earl Blumenauer (D-OR). It is cosponsored by U.S. Reps. ...

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good bill in congress

2008-08-01T00:00:00Z

congressman earl blumenauer (d-oregon, at right) has authored hr 6495 â€“ the transportation and housing choices for gas price relief act of 2008. a co-sponsor is washingtonâ€™s own rep. jay inslee, whoâ€™s probably the strongest member of ...

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good bill in congress

2008-08-01T00:00:00Z

The Incorrigible Sierra Club

2008-07-31T00:00:00Z

Perhaps they are referring to HR 6495, the "The Transportation and Housing Options for Gas Price Relief Act of 2008", a bill sponsored by the very Democrats the Sierra Club is exhorting you to call and support. ...

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Gas Price Relief Act of 2008

2008-07-29T00:00:00Z

Some good news for Thursday

2008-07-25T00:00:00Z

The bill, "The Transportation and Housing Options for Gas Price Relief Act of 2008" (HR 6495), was introduced in the US House of Representatives by Rep. Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) and five co-sponsors. It was endorsed by the Environmental ...

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house bill to provide gas-price-relief without drilling

2008-07-24T00:00:00Z

the bill, "the transportation and housing options for gas price relief act of 2008" (hr 6495), was introduced in the us house of representatives by rep. earl blumenauer (d-or) and five co-sponsors. it was endorsed by the environmental ...

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OpenCongress - U.S. Congress - H.R.6605 Home Heating Fuels Cost ...

2008-07-24T00:00:00Z

HR 6410 (1); HR 6414 (1); HR 6422 (1); HR 6427 (1); HR 6444 (1); HR 6445 (2); HR 6448 (1); HR 6485 (1); HR 6494 (1); HR 6495 (1); HR 6498 (1); HR 6503 (1); HR 6600 (1); HR 6605 (1); HR 6619 (1); HR 6800 (1); HR 6835 (1); HR 6893 (1) . ...

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soaring gas prices forcing changes in transportation

2008-07-23T00:00:00Z

saving energy through public transportation ac (hr> 6052) recently passed the house of representatives; the safe and complete streets act (hr 5951); and the pending transportation and housing choices for gas price relief act ( hr 6495). ...

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shays supports tax credits for home heating costs

2008-07-23T00:00:00Z

finally, shays this week joined representatives earl blumenauer (or-3) and ellen tauscher (ca-10) in introducing hr 6495, the transportation and housing choices for gas price relief act, which will provide immediate relief by offering ...

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Truth & Consequences: Oregonian Floats ???Gas Price Relief Act??? as Bush Hangover Hits Early

2008-07-22T19:07:57Z

[ stimulus-bull.jpg] The housing, and now financial markets are imploding, the foreign exchange value of the dollar is dropping to unknown depths, ... introduced H.R.6495, the ???Transportation and Housing Choices for Gas

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Gas price relief? Not likely

2008-07-22T00:00:00Z

Witness the recently introduced HR 6495, (itâ€™sa 40 page .pdf file, just so you know) better known as the â€œTransportation and Housing Choices for Gas Price Relief Act of 2008.â€* The lead sponsor is Rep. Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) and 4 of the ...

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reps. blumenauer, tauscher and shays introduce bill to provide ...

2008-07-22T00:00:00Z

titled, "hr 6495: transportation and housing choices for gas price relief act of 2008", the proposed bipartisan legislation was referred to the house oversight and government reform, ways and means, financial services and ...

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Credit Where It's Due

2008-07-22T00:00:00Z

... fuel prices on families while trying to re-orient us to more sustainable energy usage and policies. Last week, Congressman Earl Blumenauer (D-Ore) introduced HR6495, the â€œTransportation and Housing Choices for Gas Price Relief Act.â€*

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soaring gas prices forcing changes in transportation policy

2008-07-22T00:00:00Z

saving energy through public transportation act (hr 6052) recently passed the house of representatives; the safe and complete streets act (hr 5951); and the pending transportation and housing choices for gas price relief act (hr 6495). ...

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Gas Price Relief Act Would Offer More Choices for Commuters ...

2008-07-21T00:00:00Z

... retirement saving, and even vacation plans,'' wrote Oregon Democratic Congressman Earl Blumenauer in an online Planetizen op-ed before he introduced the Transportation and Housing Choices for Gas Price Relief Act (H.R. 6495), ...

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Undress4Success - Work From Home Â» Blog Archive Â» â€¢ Telecommuting ...

2008-07-21T00:00:00Z

Delegation fighting offshore drilling Connecticut Post, CT - Jul 18, 2008 Shays has also introduced a bill, HR 6495, that would provide tax incentives for commuters to carpool, ride public transit, bicycle or telecommute. ...

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CNSNews.com - Democrats Float Bill to Curb Gasoline Demand

2008-07-20T00:00:00Z

H.R. 6495 was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives by Rep. Earl Blumenauer (D-Ore.) and it is cosponsored by Reps. Chris Shays (R-Conn.), Jay Inslee (D-Wash.) and California Democrats Ellen Tauscher, Jerry McNerney, ...

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house members introduce gas-price-relief bill that doesnâ€™t involve ...

2008-07-18T00:00:00Z

the proposed â€œtransportation and housing options for gas price relief act of 2008â€* (hr 6495) was introduced by earl blumenauer (d) of oregon and is co-sponsored by chris shays (r) of connecticut, ellen tauscher (d) of california, ...

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We need transportation options

2008-07-18T00:00:00Z

I want you to call your representative, or better call your representativeâ€™s legislative assistant on energy or transportation, and say you support the newly introduced HR 6495, â€œTo authorize programs and activities to support ...

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Car-Free Talk: High Parking Prices Ad to the Beauty of Public ...

2008-07-18T00:00:00Z

Congressman Earl Blumenauer, of Oregon's 3rd congressional district, introduces progressive legislation to confront energy and climate change realities: H.R. 6495 -- Transportation and Housing Choices for Gas Price Relief Act of 2008 ...

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HR6495

2008-07-18T00:00:00Z

Some good Smart Growth news out of Washington DC Congressman Earl Blumenauer (D-Ore) introduced the bipartisan "Transportation and Housing Choices for Gas Price Relief Act," HR6495, with Reps. Ellen Tauscher (D-CA) and Christopher Shays ...

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democrats float bill to curb gasoline demand

2008-07-18T00:00:00Z

hr 6495 was introduced in the us house of representatives by rep. earl blumenauer (d-ore.) and it is cosponsored by reps. chris shays (r-conn.), jay inslee (d-wash.) and california democrats ellen tauscher, jerry mcnerney, ...

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new us house bill aims to provide relief from high gas prices

2008-07-18T00:00:00Z

the â€œtransportation and housing choices for gas price relief act,â€* hr 6495, states:. â€œone of the most effective ways to reduce transportation costs and traffic congestion for american families is to offer a broader range of ...

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SHAYS JOINS WITH HOUSE DEMOCRATS TO PROVIDE RELIEF FROM HIGH GAS PRICES

2008-07-17T10:25:10Z

Congressman Earl Blumenauer (D-Ore) introduced the bipartisan “Transportation and Housing Choices for Gas Price Relief Act,” H.R.6495, with Reps. Ellen Tauscher (D-CA) and Christopher Shays (R-CT

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Public Transportation, Walkable-Community Development Bill ...

2008-07-17T00:00:00Z

Bill to Provide Relief from High Gas Prices Introduced in House ...

2008-07-17T00:00:00Z

... relief from high gas prices by providing expanded transportation and housing options. The bill, "The Transportation and Housing Options for Gas Price Relief Act of 2008" (HR 6495), was introduced in the US House of Representatives . ...

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Check this out...

2008-07-17T00:00:00Z

the Transportation and Housing Options for Gas Price Relief Act of 2008 (HR 6495). -thanks to Kevin for the heads up on this.

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New Bill Seeks to Cut Housing, Transportation Costs

2008-07-17T00:00:00Z

New House legislation (HR 6495) under consideration by several committees would provide increased housing options designed to cut transportation costs resulting from high fuel prices. HR 6495, the Tr... Click link for complete story.

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Democrats in Congress want to help you spend less on Gasoline

2008-07-17T00:00:00Z

The Transportation and Housing Options for Gas Price Relief Act of 2008 -- HR 6495 -- would allocate taxpayer money to: 1. expand public transportation 2. encourage "pay-as-you-drive" auto insurance policies that reward low-mileage ...

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The Solution to High Gas Prices

2008-07-17T00:00:00Z

HR 6495: Transportation and Housing Options for Gas Price Relief Act of 2008 -- expand public transportation; -- encourage pay-as-you-drive auto insurance policies that reward low-mileage drivers with lower insurance premiums; ...

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How do you spell relief?

2008-07-17T00:00:00Z

"The Transportation and Housing Options for Gas Price Relief Act of 2008" (HR 6495) was introduced by Earl Blumenauer (D-Ore.), and is cosponsored by Chris Shays (R-Conn.), Ellen Tauscher (D-Calif.), Jay Inslee (D-Wash. ...

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Shays joins House Dems to provide relief from high gas prices ...

2008-07-17T00:00:00Z

Shays joins House Dems to provide relief from high gas prices Â« Connecticut Political Report: "Congressman Earl Blumenauer (D-Ore) introduced the bipartisan â€œTransportation and Housing Choices for Gas Price Relief Act,â€* HR6495, ...

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WashingtonWatch.com - H.R. 6495, The Transportation and Housing ...

2008-07-17T00:00:00Z

US Congress: HR 6495, The Transportation and Housing Choices for Gas Price Relief Act of 2008.

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See The Lights, Plus: Council Contract Hit And Shays Hits The Gas

2008-07-16T13:12:58Z

It’s nice when cash-strapped nonprofits receive an infusion. Congratulations to City Lights Gallery and its Director Billy Jean Sullivan for a $50,000 state grant it will receive in support of Bridgeport’s Sweetport Music Festival. House Speaker Jim

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HR 6495: To authorize programs and activities to support ...

2008-07-16T00:00:00Z

To authorize programs and activities to support transportation and housing options that will assist American families in reducing transportation costs, and for other purposes. Sponsor: Rep. Earl Blumenauer [D-OR]Status: Introduced Jul ...

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New Bill Would Provide Relief from High Gas Prices

2008-07-16T00:00:00Z

A leading national environmental group today endorsed new bipartisan legislation in Congress that would offer Americans relief from high gas prices by providing expanded transportation and housing options. ...

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Public Transportation, Walkable-Community Development Bill ...

2008-07-16T00:00:00Z

Bike Transportation Fringe Benefit Reintroduced

2008-07-16T00:00:00Z

Welcome, HR 6495. Here's the relevant text. It looks like it would give $50 a month for an undefined 'qualified bicycle commuting month' (as opposed to the $20 that made it through the House last time round). ...

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Environmental Defense Fund: Gas Prices Too High? Take the Bus ...

2008-07-16T00:00:00Z

You can read more about this bill: â€œThe Transportation and Housing Options for Gas Price Relief Act of 2008â€³ (H.R. 6495). 4. Crosius said on July 18th, 2008 at 9:53 pm. Where I live, the city bylaws prohibit bikes on the commuter train ...

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Taking Action for 'More and Better Options' | Planetizen

2008-07-16T00:00:00Z

This week, I am introducing H.R. 6495, The Transportation and Housing Choices for Gas Price Relief Act, to provide these critical elements. This bi-partisan legislation will:. Increase commuter choices for millions of Americans by ...

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Bill Action: Introduced: HR 6495: To authorize programs and ...

2008-07-14T00:00:00Z

Earl Blumenauer [D-OR] introduced HR 6495: To authorize programs and activities to support transportation and housing options that will assist American families in reducing transportation costs, and for other purposes. ...

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Bill Introduced: HR6495 To authorize programs and activities to ...

2008-07-14T00:00:00Z

To authorize programs and activities to support transportation and housing options that will assist American families in reducing transportation costs, and for other purposes.

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HR 6495, The Transportation and Housing Choices for Gas Price ...

2008-07-14T00:00:00Z

HR 6495 would authorize programs and activities to support transportation and housing options that will assist American families in reducing transportation costs.... Vote on This Bill: For | Against.

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