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        <fullName>Sen. Salazar, Ken [D-CO]</fullName>
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        <text><![CDATA[ <p>Rapid Efficiency Credit Act of 2005 - Amends the Energy Policy Act of 2005 to make certain energy-related income tax credits available for energy property placed in service after the enactment of this Act (instead of after December 31, 2005). </p> <p>Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax credit for Energy Star compliant compact fluorescent light bulbs used in a residence.</p>]]></text>
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