[nfbwatlk] Response on Quiet Car Legislation

[Bennett]

I found it positive as well.  I think it's a bit political in his answer, 
but I certainly understand since he's on the committee and wants all the 
facts before he votes.  As I have said before, he's a great 
environmentalist.  He wrote a book called, "Appollo's fire", (I think that's 
the full title), which outlines some things we need to do to combat the 
environmental devistation currently being caused by mankind.  whether you 
believe in global climate change or not, the fact is that we are polluting 
and affecting our environment.  Anyway, he's a strong advocate of energy 
alternatives, including hybrid cars, so he's got to tread carefully.  He's 
solid however in his concern for issues we push, so stay tuned.  I've 
already sent him one folow up letter with some additional informationb. 
I'll keep up the drumfire of information to keep his mind on the issue.  I 
know his staff, and particularly David Beehar (SP) will stay on the issue 
too.

/s/
Bennet Prows
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> Actually, it sounded more positive than negative. If anything, he's on the
> fence, and a little push might be exactly what he needs.
>
> Respectfully Submitted
>
> -----Original Message-----
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> [mailto:nfbwatlk-bounces+blindjedi=clearwire.net at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
> Prows, Bennett (HHS/OCR)
> Sent: Wednesday, May 21, 2008 12:30 PM
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> Subject: [nfbwatlk] Response on Quiet Car Legislation
>
> Some on this list may remember, I wrote to my Congressman, Jay Inslee on
> the Quite Car legislation.  I received a good response today, though he
> isn't currently likely to co-sponsor the legislation. He didn't say that
> in so many words, but it is what I think his letter says. I'll post the
> pertinent portion of the letter below.  If others are in his District,
> Legislative District #1, I urge you to write to push to get him to
> co-sponsor the bill, hr5734.  He's on the committee that is responsible
> for the bill at this point.
>
>
>
> Here is what he says
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> Bennett Prows
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> May 21, 2008
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> Mr. Bennett Prows, J D
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> 12636 N.E. 144 ST. Apt. D 101
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> Kirkland, WA 98034-7805
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> Dear Mr. Prows:
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> Thank you for contacting me regarding H.R. 5734, the Pedestrian Safety
> Enhancement Act of 2008.  Its great to hear from you!
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> I would like you to know that while I advocate for renewable sources of
> energy and independence from foreign oil, I believe that ensuring the
> safety of
>
> pedestrians and disabled individuals from hybrid vehicles is just as
> important as saving our environment.  As you may know, H.R. 5734 seeks
> to establish
>
> a motor vehicle safety standard that provides for a means of alerting
> blind and other pedestrians of motor vehicle operation, such as hybrid
> vehicles.
>
> This bill has been referred to the House Energy and Commerce Committee,
> of which I am fortunate to be a member.  I will be sure to keep your
> thoughts in
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> mind as this bill is considered in committee.
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> Additionally, you will be pleased to know that a member of my staff has
> been in contact with the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) regarding
> the noise
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> level emitted by hybrid vehicles.  The SAE has indicated that they are
> working on developing recommendations for hybrid vehicles.  I assure you
> that I
>
> am very eager to see what the SAE will recommend and will continue to
> keep a close watch on this issue during the 110th Congress.
>
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