Congress ends summer session amid gas price focus
Lawmakers sped to recess as Congress failed to pass energy bills to curb fuel costs. The House approved a $72.7 billion veterans and base construction spending bill 409 to 4, while Senate Republicans blocked oil market speculation limits and House Democrats could not advance offshore drilling plans.
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FCC appeals to SES over Navajo Internet services dispute
FCC Chief Kevin Martin urged SES Americom to keep satellite Internet and related services for OnSat Network Communications amid a contract dispute that could sever service to Navajo Nation users in Arizona New Mexico and Utah. He warned loss would threaten public safety across 13 states and 25 entities. SES Americom, based in New Jersey, had planned a Friday shutdown and did not comment.
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Obama backs offshore drilling in energy shift
In an interview in St. Petersburg Florida Senator Obama signaled support for offshore drilling as part of a broader energy package while maintaining a cautious stance. He stressed a process guided by science and noted doubts about immediate price impact.
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