Congress saw this potential back in 2007 with passage of the Smart Grid provisions in Title XIII of the Energy Independence and Security Act.
On the recordMarch 2, 2009
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Murkowski highlights Congress's recognition of Smart Grid's potential in 2007 legislation.
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