PBS NewsHour

Debate Over Rising Gas Prices Heats Up in Congress

Clip: 05/18/2011 | 4m

Two bills focused on oil company tax breaks, deep-sea drilling and reducing rising gas prices have reignited energy policy debates on Capitol Hill. Congressional correspondent Kwame Holman reports on the political fight over prices at the pump.

Aired: 05/18/11

Rating: NR

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