President Bush presents the Department's National Energy Strategy to Congress and the American people.
Secretary Watkins transmits the Administration's energy bill to the House and Senate.
President Bush signs the Energy Policy Act of 1992
Hazel R. O'Leary is sworn in as seventh Secretary of Energy.
Secretary O’Leary announces an "openness" initiative to lift the veil of secrecy from past nuclear activities
The Department receives recommendations of the Chiles Commission report dealing with retaining and attracting talent to maintain the nuclear weapons stockpile.
India explodes several nuclear devices
Pakistan explodes several nuclear devices.
The Senate unanimously confirms the nomination of Bill Richardson as Secretary of Energy.
The Department certifies to the President that the nation's nuclear stockpile is safe, secure, and reliable.