The United States Senate voted 74-25 last night to pass legislation that would extend tax credits for renewable energy. In a surprise move earlier in the week, Senate Finance Chairman Max Baucus (D-MT) said in a statement that the tax extensions would be attached to the US $700 billion rescue legislation for Wall Street firms. The bill now heads to the House of Representatives for final consideration, which is expected to happen on Friday.
UPDATE 2 – Senate Passes Bailout & Renewable Energy Tax Credits; House Votes Friday
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