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        <fullName>Rep. Capuano, Michael E. [D-MA-8]</fullName>
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        <text><![CDATA[ <p>Directs the Secretary of Energy to enter into an arrangement with the National Academy of Sciences for a study of what measures the United States can take, including what research needs to be undertaken, in order to achieve energy independence without adversely affecting the environment.</p><p>Requires a report to Congress on the results of the study.</p>]]></text>
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    <title>To provide for a study of measures to achieve energy independence for the United States without adversely affecting the environment.</title>
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        <title>To provide for a study of measures to achieve energy independence for the United States without adversely affecting the environment.</title>
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