1. Name the two senators who have submitted a cap and trade bill for debate in committee this week.

2. How is the Senate bill similar to the bill that already passed in the House?

3. How will both House and Senate bills attempt to lessen the cost of cap and trade to businesses?

4. Why don't oil industry officials like the latest version of the Senate climate bill?

5. Under what circumstances would Senate Republicans on the environmental committee block a vote?

6. Read the "Background" below. Then consider this: The Pew Research Center's new poll on global warming shows that since last year the percentage of Americans who say there is solid evidence that global temperatures are rising has declined. Note that 50% of Americans favor the government placing limits on carbon emissions. However, only 23% of Americans know what cap and trade legislation is.  (Read the poll results at people-press.org/report/556/global-warming.) The issue of cap and trade might seem complicated or boring. But it is important to understand! This issue will affect your future. You should understand both sides of the issue and base your opinion on the facts. Ask a parent to look over the information and discuss the issue with you.
Do you support government regulation of carbon emissions for businesses? Explain your answer.