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Power Goes to Nixon in Energy Crisis
Congress weighs emergency energy powers granting Nixon broad authority for rationing and conservation actions. The House and Senate seek control, with debates over specific measures and lasting implications for congressional prerogatives. Emergency powers would expire May 15 1975 unless shortages persist and extension is approved.
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Nixon
Washington
Congress
White House
House
Senate
House Commerce Committee
James L. Buckley
New York