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Fed shifts away from secretive business

Marketplace  Wed, 02/10/2010 - 12:15

Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke's testimony before a House committee was postponed because of the snowstorm hitting the East Coast, but he made sure his statement was released anyway.

Why? Bob Moon reports.


 

Consumer protection agency moves ahead

Economic news - CNNMoney.com  Thu, 10/22/2009 - 11:05

A key House committee on Thursday approved the most high-profile part of the White House plan to prevent future financial collapse: The creation of a new agency to regulate consumer financial products.


 

How a 'Cap and Trade' system will work

Marketplace  Wed, 05/20/2009 - 11:00

A House committee is weighing legislation to slash greenhouse gases. The centerpiece of the strategy will be a 'Cap and Trade' system.

Sustainability reporter Sarah Gardner breaks down how it'll work with Kai Ryssdal.