Senator Barbara Boxer joined other Democrats in announcing new legislation they hope will put the brakes on global warming - without stalling the economy. Eric Niiler reports from Capitol Hill.
Boxer and other members of the Senate Environment Committee plan to push for big changes when the new Congress convenes in January. One bill would set aside $15 billion for green energy and advanced biofuels. The other would set up a so-called cap and trade system for industry to cut emissions of carbon dioxide. Boxer also said she expects a new ally in the White House.
Boxer: Instead of denial we will have resolve, instead of procrastination we will have action, instead of listening to the voices of the stagnant status quo, our committee hears our president elect.
For now, Congress is dealing with a struggling domestic auto industry. Its likely Detroit will face even tougher environmental standards under the new Democratic majority.
From Capitol News Connection in Washington, I'm Eric Niiler for KPBS News.
