Senate weighs energy bill to boost fuel economy
Senate debate centers on an energy package to raise fleet fuel economy to 35 mpg by 2020 and make oil price gouging a federal crime. The measure would push automakers toward tougher standards, while White House opposition and industry concerns frame the politically charged discussion.
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Replacement for QuikScat delayed to 2016 amid hurricane forecast risks
An aging QuikScat weather satellite could fail at any moment threatening hurricane forecasts. NOAA warns delays push replacement to 2016, risking 2 day forecast accuracy by 10 percent and 3 day forecasts by 16 percent and potentially altering evacuation decisions. Authority cites technical and budget problems while officials say we must err on the side of safeguarding life.
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