Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007: A Summary of Major Provisions

The Energy Independence and Security Act (P.L. 110-140, H.R. 6) is an omnibus energy policy law that consists mainly of provisions designed to increase energy efficiency and the availability of renewable energy. This report describes the key provisions of the enacted law, summarizes the legislative action on H.R. 6, and provides a summary of the provisions under each of the titles in the law. Many analysts in the CRS Resources, Science, and Industry Division contributed to this report; their names and contact information are located on the back of the summary page.