It shall be the duty of the Senate Committee on Global Warming and
Climate Change to investigate the issues involving global warming and climate
change, including but not limited to carbon emissions, greenhouse gas emissions
and renewable energies. The committee will explore viable solutions and other
innovations that stimulate our economy, promote jobs, and protect our security
and environment. The Committee may hold hearings, as needed, to investigate and
gather information. The committee shall report, from time to time, with
recommendations for legislative action based on their review or on the findings
of the investigations. The committee shall have the authority to develop
and report legislative proposals pertaining to global warming and climate
change, which shall be referred to the Senate Committee on Ways and
Means.
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