Date: November 1, 1991
Subject: National Energy Policy
Description: Mitchell (D-ME) motion to invoke cloture (thus limiting debate) on the motion to proceed to the bill to allow drilling in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, mandate that federal and private vehicle fleets use alternative fuels, direct the Secretary of Transportation to adopt new corporate average fuel economy (CAFE) standards, and enact other programs related to energy production and consumption. This bill would have reduced U.S. dependence on foreign oil by expanding U.S. drilling in the Arctic and reducing barriers to nuclear power.
Result: Cloture Motion Rejected, 50-44
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