When it costs almost $100 (£55) to fill the gas tank of the average American's SUV, something's got to change. Conscientious consumers are downsizing their cars to improve gas mileage and conserve energy. But some lawmakers are advocating a more American way: sue the oil producers.In May, the House of Representatives passed a Bill that would amend federal law to allow the US Government to sue the Organisation of the Petroleum-Exporting Countries, or OPEC, for price-fixing. President Bush has vowed to veto the Bill, known as NOPEC, if it passes the Senate.
September 03, 2008 at 09:05 PM
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The original version of this story was published on Legalweek
Lawmakers are aiming to solve the problem of rising oil prices – by suing the oil producers for their so-called ‘conspiracy’. Daphne Eviatar reports
When it costs almost $100 (£55) to fill the gas tank of the average American’s SUV, something’s got to change. Conscientious consumers are downsizing their cars to improve gas mileage and conserve energy. But some lawmakers are advocating a more American way: sue the oil producers.
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