Jimmy Carter actually said...

The rapid progress to date of national energy legislation through the Congress reflects the determination on the part of both the Congress a...

I've just signed an Executive order that will activate the new Department of Energy on October 1.

I remain optimistic that a sound, workable energy policy for the United States will be a reality before this Congress goes home this year.

Creation of the Department of Energy will give a clear direction and focus to America's energy future by providing the framework for carryin...