[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 153 (Wednesday, October 10, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2119]
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                  RENEWABLE ENERGY ASSISTANCE TAX ACT

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                        HON. GABRIELLE GIFFORDS

                               of arizona

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, October 10, 2007

  Ms. GIFFORDS. Madam Speaker, 46 years ago, space was the next 
frontier and President Kennedy focused our Nation on the space outside 
our planet's atmosphere.
  Today's Apollo mission is focused right here on planet Earth. Our 
challenge is the Renewable Energy Revolution. And nowhere is that call 
to action being answered better than in Southern Arizona's ``Solar-con 
Valley.''
  In my home state we are once again proving that American innovation 
can meet any challenge. There, the leading solar experts who compose my 
Solar Advisory Council published a detailed assessment of Southern 
Arizona's solar landscape from research to market development and 
consumer awareness. Building on some of their recommendations, today I 
am introducing the Renewable Energy Assistance Tax Act.
  My bill ensures that we do not let the sun set on valuable tax 
incentives for consumers and businesses who invest in renewable energy 
and energy-efficient technologies.
  By extending these tax credits for 8 years, we will spur the 
innovation and investment vital to creating a reliable market for new 
solar technology.
  Please join me answering this call to action and supporting solar and 
energy efficient technology.

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