Bush, at a White House announcement ceremony, pledged to renew his push for energy legislation including opening an Arctic wildlife refuge in Alaska to oil drilling. The drilling plan was stalled by lawmakers.

Bodman said he would carry forth Bush's "vision of sound energy policy to ensure a steady supply of affordable energy for America's homes and businesses and to work toward the day when America achieves energy independence."

If confirmed by the Senate, Bodman would replace Energy Secretary Spencer Abraham.

The latest nomination meant that Bush has filled one of the last two openings in his second-term Cabinet. He still needs to name a replacement for Tommy Thompson as secretary of health and human services.

Nine of the 15 Cabinet members in Bush's first term have resigned as a post-election reshuffle and six are staying on.