Clean Energy Bill, 01 11 11
Senator HANSON»-«YOUNG» (South Australia) (11:01): It is with great pride that I rise today to commend the Clean Energy Bill 2011 and associated bills to the Senate.Senator HANSON»-«YOUNG» (South...
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