Jeff Bingaman United States Senator from New Mexico

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today talked with New Mexico radio reports about bipartisan legislation he has introduced that would lead to the manufacture and use of more energy efficient everyday appliances.  Bingaman's remarks can be retrieved and followed:

00:00 – Bingaman talks about a bill he introduced that would lead to the manufacture and use of more energy efficient everyday appliances.

04:15 – Bingaman comments on the health insurance reform legislation being debated in Congress.

06:32 – Bingaman talks about existing tax credits that encourage consumers to purchase energy efficient appliances.

10:02 – Bingaman comments on the president's decision to invest in nuclear energy.

11:48 – Bingaman says the Senate is focus on job creation and he hopes it will have an impact on the country's economy.

13:26 – Bingaman says he hopes the Senate will be able to move forward with bills that have passed the House of Representatives and are awaiting action in the Senate.

15:37 – Bingaman talks about smart grid technology.

17:18 – Bingaman says it is unclear whether the Senate will get agreement to provide additional funding to enhance New Mexico's Medicaid funding.