Stabenow Reaction to President Obama's Announcement on National Fuel-Economy Standards

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U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow today made the following statement regarding President Obama's announcement on a national fuel-economy standard.

"I have always said that a strong, national fuel-economy standard is what our country needs, not a confusing patchwork of different state standards. I am pleased that the Obama administration has heeded my call and developed a national standard for our automakers to follow- a clear standard that will help reduce our dependence on foreign oil.

However, during these tough economic times, we must also provide the resources necessary so our automakers can meet this standard. That's why as a member of the Senate Finance and Energy and Natural Resources Committees, I will continue to work to make sure we are investing in the next-generation battery and component technology needed to power hybrid and electric vehicles in America. By investing in advanced manufacturing technologies, we can preserve our way of life while creating good-paying jobs here in Michigan."- U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow

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