Washington, D.C. -- Energy Secretary Spencer Abraham issued the following statement following the Senate's passage of energy legislation:

"The Senate's passage of a comprehensive energy bill is a vitally critical step to ensure that consumers, farmers, small businesses, manufacturers and their employees will benefit from sound energy policy.  I look forward to working with House and Senate leaders to finalize a comprehensive energy bill that benefits the country and includes the President's energy policy priorities."

"I want to especially commend Senator Pete Domenici and the Republican leadership for working so hard to ensure passage of energy legislation.  Today's action is a tribute to their leadership."

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