Washington, DC—Spokesman forSenate Majority Leader Harry Reid, Jim Manley, released the following statement today in response to the EPW Committee announcement about the climate bill markup:

“Senator Reid appreciates the leadership of Senators Boxer and Kerry as they shepherd this important legislation through their respective committees.  They are working diligently to craft a well-balanced bill and Senator Reid fully expects the Senate to have ample time to consider this comprehensive clean energy and climate legislation before the end of the year.”