Senate energy bill escapes House trap With the leadership of several key Western senators, the Senate is crafting legislation that addresses both production and environmental concerns. The U.S. Senate is crafting energy legislation that's far more worthwhile than the retrograde bill that sailed through the House in April. The Senate proposal could actually help wean America from imported oil in the long term. And it doesn't sidestep such environmental concerns as global warming. ... The House measure is filled with federal giveaways to the oil and gas industries - mature businesses that don't need a taxpayer handout. Worse, the House...