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Partner Update and Announcement

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Although consumer tax credits for PHEVs enjoyed bipartisan support in both houses of Congress, concerns over other tax portions of the energy bill resulted in the entire tax package being removed from the original bill. The bill, HR 5351 includes a credit for plug-in hybrid electric vehicles.

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Hatch Hopes to Drive Plug-In

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Hatch (R-Utah) extolled the virtues of plug-in hybrid technology, which promises electric-gas cars powered via standard wall sockets, in a speech to the National Press Club today. The group recognized Hatch for his CLEAR ACT (Clean Efficient Automobiles Resulting from Advanced Car Technologies), which Congress passed last summer.

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Google Ogles Plug Ins

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But unlike most charities, this one will be for-profit , allowing it to fund start-up companies, form partnerships with venture capitalists and even lobby Congress. It will also pay taxes. One of its maiden projects reflects the philanthropy’s nontraditional approach.

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Governor Pataki On Board

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Plug-in hybrid vehicles can be plugged into the electric grid – such as a normal 120 volt household outlet - to boost mileage. Thanks to Green Car Congress for the tip. Taken from the press release , New York Governor's Office, August 2, 2006 Become a Partner today. Sign the On Line Petition more news HOME

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