A group of committed citizens is working to pass House Bill 3090, which would help Oregonians save money on energy. From the bill backer's website:
Even
as Oregonians struggle with soaring electricity and gas bills and
shrinking household budgets, many families are prohibited from using
affordable, effective technology: drying clothes with the sun and
breeze on clotheslines. HB 3090 will fix this problem, as well as
strengthen current laws allowing solar panel installation.
House Bill 3090 will allow Oregonians to:
Reduce utility bills in the midst of rising energy costs
- Produce clean, quiet electricity and hot water – right at home
- Reduce air pollution and dependence on fossil fuels
The bill has been in the House Environment and Water Committee, and is up for a possible work session next Tuesday, April 28. It is likely to be a close vote, so if you like the bill, speak up today!
Have you all heard of the non-profit group LaundryList.org and www.right2dry.org
They work on this exact issue if you would like help and resources.
Posted by: Mary Q Contrarie | Saturday, April 25, 2009 at 05:47 AM