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FRIDAY, AUGUST 3, 2001

With two key votes in the bag for the White House, Congress is set to adjourn today for a one-month recess. But the analysts are already predicting a fight ahead for President Bush's legislative agenda.

The Republican-controlled House this week approved energy legislation that includes a number of Bush's priorities, including opening up the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge for oil and gas development. The House also approved a bill of rights, conceding to questions raised by Bush.

But with the Democrats in power at the Senate, Bush's battle is only beginning, say the pundits. The Senate has passed a broader version of the patients' rights bill and has yet to considered energy policy.

Get the Story:
Despite Wins, Bush Faces Battles Ahead (The Washington Post 8/3)
Bush's energy bill could face tough sledding over Arctic oil (AP 8/3)
Bush Has a Winning Streak, at Least in House (The New York Times 8/3)
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