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MO HCR49

Concurrent Resolution

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/3/2010

Primary Sponsor

Will Kraus

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Origin

House of Representatives

2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Urges U.S. Congress to reject federal legislation capping carbon emissions unless specific protections for Missouri are included
  • Notes Missouri ranks among the top 10 states for low electric rates, with 80% of energy from coal-burning power plants compared to 50% national average
  • Argues federal carbon emission caps would disproportionately increase electric rates for Missouri residents due to the state's higher coal dependency
  • Contends that disproportionate rate increases would unfairly burden Missouri citizens and manufacturers compared to out-of-state and foreign competitors
  • Directs the Missouri House Chief Clerk to send inscribed copies to President Obama, congressional leaders, and Missouri's congressional delegation

Legislative Description

Urges Congress to reject any federal legislation which caps carbon emissions

Last Action

Referred: Utilities (H)

5/14/2010

Committee Referrals

Utilities5/14/2010

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