Core Provisions: This comprehensive energy package includes provisions from the Green Jobs Act of 2007 (H.R.2847) to fund an “Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Worker Training Program.” The Department of Labor would administer this program to address job shortages that are obstructing growth in green industries, such as energy efficient construction, renewable electric power, energy efficient vehicles and biofuel development. The legislation also would expand Davis-Bacon Act prevailing wage requirements for federally funded energy-related projects.

Status: On December 6, 2007, the House gave final approval to the Energy Independence and Security Act by a vote of 235 to 181. On December 13, 2007, the Senate passed an amended version of the bill by a vote of 86 to eight. The amended version passed the House on December 18, 2007, and the President signed the legislation on December 19, 2007.