Domestic energy production

How much energy the country produces at home rather than buying from other countries, and what government does to raise or limit domestic production.

Make the U.S. energy independent by producing more at home

30 members
Andy Barr
Senate · Kentucky · Republican
“I’m fighting alongside President Trump to Make America Energy Dominant Again — and that fight starts right here in Kentucky”
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Rebecca Bennett
House · NJ-7 · Democrat
“Lower energy costs across New Jersey by investing in clean, reliable, and domestic energy sources, so that families pay less and our communities are more energy resilient.”
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Christina Bohannan
House · IA-1 · Democrat
“Invest in Iowa’s clean energy economy, and make America more energy-independent with lower costs”
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Ryan Elijah
House · FL-7 · Republican
“Congress must continue driving down costs for American families by keeping taxes low and achieving American energy independence.”
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Harriet Hageman
Senate · Wyoming · Republican
“America could be and should be energy independent. That is a fact. The reality is that America has no reason to rely upon hostile countries to supply us with oil and gas.”
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Adam Hamilton
Senate · Kansas · Democrat
“We need a comprehensive, all of the above strategy that creates jobs and increases energy independence while bringing down costs for consumers today.”
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“Stop the war on domestic energy projects and restore energy production tax credits that increase our energy independence and create good-paying jobs. Adam supports all of the above energy production and believes Kansans should decide what happens on their land. More than two dozen Republican members of Congress asked to protect these credits before they were repealed, threatening nearly 10,000 jobs and shrinking the state’s economy by over $1 billion.”
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Charlie Hatcher
House · TN-5 · Republican
“He supports expanding American energy production, strengthening domestic supply chains, encouraging competition, and creating an economy where wages can grow without government driving prices higher.”
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“America needs an economy that builds things, grows things, and produces energy here at home.”
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“Energy independence means economic independence.”
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Troy Jackson
Senate · Maine · Democrat
“The offshore wind energy project will not only create quality, good-paying jobs but play a critical role in Maine’s path towards energy independence. But as I’ve said from the beginning, this cannot and should not come at the expense of Maine’s lobster industry.”
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“Maine is in the midst of an energy crisis and the key to meaningful energy relief is in our own backyard. By unlocking the affordable, homegrown renewable energy just waiting to be generated in Aroostook County, we can lower energy costs for working families, strengthen our energy independence and create good-paying jobs in rural Maine”
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Lindsay James
House · IA-2 · Democrat
“Utilities: We have to unleash the American energy enterprise and fast track innovative new sources of energy to bring down utilities costs. Hold large utility companies responsible for price gouging consumers.”
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Jessica Killin
House · CO-5 · Democrat
“Lower energy costs by investing in more affordable energy production”
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Jim Kingston
House · GA-1 · Republican
“America is once again regaining its footing on the world stage, but we can’t let up. I will push for a foreign policy that defends our sovereignty, strengthens our alliances and confronts threats like Iran, Russia and China. This includes ending the importation of foreign sources of energy, cutting our dependence on Chinese manufacturing for critical goods, stopping the theft of our intellectual property and buying up U.S. farmland.”
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“Unleash American Energy”
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“Sky-high energy prices are crushing families and small businesses. We need to end the left’s war on American energy and restore U.S. energy independence. I support more domestic drilling (responsibly), streamlined permitting and an all-of-the-above strategy to keep gas and electricity affordable while cutting off our reliance on foreign adversaries.”
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Dan Koh
House · MA-6 · Democrat
“Renewable energy will boost our country’s independence and can help families across the Sixth lower their utility bills and putting more money in your pocket.”
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Mark Lamb
House · AZ-5 · Republican
“Mark Lamb has consistently supported policies aligned with President Donald Trump’s America First agenda, particularly regarding border security, law enforcement support, energy independence, and constitutional government.”
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“I will continue fighting for secure borders, safe communities, fiscal responsibility, energy independence, water security, and constitutional freedom.”
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Eileen Laubacher
House · CO-4 · Democrat
“Power America’s future with energy produced right here in Colorado with an all-of-the-above approach that includes clean, traditional, and alternative sources”
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Julia Letlow
Senate · Louisiana · Republican
“In the U.S. Senate, I will always fight to protect their jobs, expand American energy production, and stand with President Trump to unleash our full energy potential.”
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“In the Senate, Julia will work alongside President Trump to keep the border secure, lower costs for working families, assert American energy dominance, protect parents' rights, defend election integrity, and fight for the people and industries that make Louisiana strong.”
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“Increase American energy production to bring down gas and utility bills”
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“Louisiana powers America. We should be leading the world in energy production instead of begging foreign countries for resources we already have.”
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“Strengthen America's energy independence”
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Ben McAdams
House · UT-1 · Democrat
“Utah can lead in clean, affordable American-made energy that strengthens our economy and lowers costs for families. I support expanding clean energy, modernizing the electrical grid, and investing in transportation infrastructure that creates jobs and secures our energy future.”
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Sean McCann
House · MI-4 · Democrat
“The United States can be a leader in the growing domestic energy economy—we should be building energy infrastructure here at home so we don’t have to rely on foreign oil or foreign energy. And we’ll create good-paying energy jobs while we’re at it.”
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“Invest in renewable energy projects and restore the clean energy tax credits to reduce our dependence on foreign energy sources while lowering utility costs. Michigan families are seeing their electricity bills rise while old coal plants are forced to operate and utility executives make a fortune – that’s got to end.”
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JoAnna Mendoza
House · AZ-6 · Democrat
“In Congress, JoAnna will support investments in American-made energy, including clean energy, which will save money for ratepayers.”
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Trever Nehls
House · TX-22 · Republican
“Making America Prosperous Through Energy Independence”
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“Trever supports President Trump’s agenda to unleash Texas oil, gas, and nuclear energy to restore full U.S. energy dominance.”
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“He will fight to end any remaining Biden anti-energy policies while focusing on legislation that expands domestic production and cuts burdensome regulations that drive up gas prices for families.”
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Chris Pappas
Senate · New Hampshire · Democrat
“Pappas is also working to establish commonsense ways to increase energy production and lower energy costs.”
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“We need to be spurring more energy development, we need more power on our grid here in New England and across the country, but [Republicans’] energy strategy has been to put all the eggs in the basket of fossil fuels, and we’ve seen through this war in Iran how disastrous that can be.”
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“So we need to pursue true energy independence and develop more homegrown, clean sources of energy. We’re beginning to do that as a result of the Inflation Reduction Act, tax credits for businesses to install rooftop solar, tax credits for homes to install heat pumps and be more energy efficient and lower bills, and so that absolutely should be a priority.”
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“Chris also voted to invest in domestic energy production and is fighting for tax cuts to help families lower their energy bills.”
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“Chris supports an all-of-the-above energy strategy to meet the needs of Granite Staters, lower costs, and ensure America can become truly energy independent.”
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“In Congress, Chris has also worked to safeguard American interests by bolstering American manufacturing and domestic energy production, which is not just critical for our economic well-being, but also an essential national security priority.”
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“Chris is also working to jumpstart American energy independence and voted for the largest-ever investment in cleaner, cheaper homegrown energy.”
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Jim Schwartzel
House · FL-19 · Republican
“In Congress, Jim will back President Trump every step of the way—fighting to bring back energy independence, restore law and order, defend our borders, and keep the radical Left from destroying the values that make America great.”
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Stefany Shaheen
House · NH-1 · Democrat
“Increase local clean energy production: New Hampshire is already home to a number of solar, wind, hydro, and bio fuel companies. We need a lot more. It’s a win-win, creating good paying jobs while simultaneously reducing our dependence on big oil companies and foreign countries.”
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Joe Strada
House · FL-11 · Republican
“Unleash American Energy”
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“Lower costs, restore energy independence, and stop punishing American workers and families.”
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James Talarico
Senate · Texas · Democrat
“If we invest in innovation, we can add to our hundreds of thousands of oil, gas, wind, solar, and battery jobs by creating new jobs in cutting-edge technologies like geothermal and hydrogen-fueled energy. We can pioneer innovative ways to streamline permitting processes without compromising the protection of our environment — so that Texas can lead in increasing energy supply and driving down costs.”
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Brent Taylor
House · TN-9 · Republican
“In Washington, Brent will champion President Trump’s priorities: securing the border and finishing the wall, stopping the flow of fentanyl, deporting criminal illegal immigrants, slashing reckless spending, unleashing American energy production, restoring law and order, eliminating DEI mandates, and defending parental rights and traditional values.”
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“Promote American Energy to Lower Costs and Improve National Security”
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“In Washington, Brent will promote American energy production to lower costs for families and businesses and improve our national security by expanding domestic oil, natural gas, and nuclear power.”
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Mark Tedford
House · OK-1 · Republican
“Unleash American energy production”
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Mark Teixeira
House · TX-21 · Republican
“Unleash Texas oil, gas, and nuclear to restore U.S. energy dominance and drive down costs for families.”
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Steve Toth
House · TX-2 · Republican
“Ensuring Energy Independence”
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“Energy Independence”
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“Energy independence is critical to America’s future, economically and strategically.”
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“Representing parts of both Harris and Montgomery Counties, I understand the vital role Texas oil and gas plays in powering our entire nation. We must expand domestic production and ensure we never depend on foreign nations for fuel.”
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Marni von Wilpert
House · CA-48 · Democrat
“By making our country climate-friendly, we will lower costs for working families, strengthen our energy independence, and create good-paying jobs.”
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Jace Yarbrough
House · TX-32 · Republican
“Unleashing American Energy”
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“In Congress, Jace Yarbrough will fight to support President Trump’s expansion of American energy production.”
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Expand clean and renewable energy production at home

11 members
Rebecca Bennett
House · NJ-7 · Democrat
“Lower energy costs across New Jersey by investing in clean, reliable, and domestic energy sources, so that families pay less and our communities are more energy resilient.”
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Christina Bohannan
House · IA-1 · Democrat
“Invest in Iowa’s clean energy economy, and make America more energy-independent with lower costs”
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Peggy Flanagan
Senate · Minnesota · Democrat
“We only have one planet, and we must ensure it’s livable for future generations and address climate change. The innovation, development, and deployment of renewables are critical to energy security in the 21st century and to mitigating the extreme weather impacting us all.”
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Troy Jackson
Senate · Maine · Democrat
“The offshore wind energy project will not only create quality, good-paying jobs but play a critical role in Maine’s path towards energy independence. But as I’ve said from the beginning, this cannot and should not come at the expense of Maine’s lobster industry.”
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“Maine is in the midst of an energy crisis and the key to meaningful energy relief is in our own backyard. By unlocking the affordable, homegrown renewable energy just waiting to be generated in Aroostook County, we can lower energy costs for working families, strengthen our energy independence and create good-paying jobs in rural Maine”
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Dan Koh
House · MA-6 · Democrat
“Renewable energy will boost our country’s independence and can help families across the Sixth lower their utility bills and putting more money in your pocket.”
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Ben McAdams
House · UT-1 · Democrat
“Utah can lead in clean, affordable American-made energy that strengthens our economy and lowers costs for families. I support expanding clean energy, modernizing the electrical grid, and investing in transportation infrastructure that creates jobs and secures our energy future.”
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Sean McCann
House · MI-4 · Democrat
“Solar, wind, and nuclear energy here in Michigan will help us support US energy independence, reduce pollution, and create good-paying jobs in our community.”
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“Invest in renewable energy projects and restore the clean energy tax credits to reduce our dependence on foreign energy sources while lowering utility costs. Michigan families are seeing their electricity bills rise while old coal plants are forced to operate and utility executives make a fortune – that’s got to end.”
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JoAnna Mendoza
House · AZ-6 · Democrat
“In Congress, JoAnna will support investments in American-made energy, including clean energy, which will save money for ratepayers.”
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Chris Pappas
Senate · New Hampshire · Democrat
“So we need to pursue true energy independence and develop more homegrown, clean sources of energy. We’re beginning to do that as a result of the Inflation Reduction Act, tax credits for businesses to install rooftop solar, tax credits for homes to install heat pumps and be more energy efficient and lower bills, and so that absolutely should be a priority.”
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“Chris is also working to jumpstart American energy independence and voted for the largest-ever investment in cleaner, cheaper homegrown energy.”
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Stefany Shaheen
House · NH-1 · Democrat
“Increase local clean energy production: New Hampshire is already home to a number of solar, wind, hydro, and bio fuel companies. We need a lot more. It’s a win-win, creating good paying jobs while simultaneously reducing our dependence on big oil companies and foreign countries.”
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James Talarico
Senate · Texas · Democrat
“James Talarico will weatherproof the grid, lower electric bills, and keep Texas the world’s energy leader with an all-of-the-above strategy that protects good-paying oil and gas jobs and grows wind, solar, and geothermal.”
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“If we invest in innovation, we can add to our hundreds of thousands of oil, gas, wind, solar, and battery jobs by creating new jobs in cutting-edge technologies like geothermal and hydrogen-fueled energy. We can pioneer innovative ways to streamline permitting processes without compromising the protection of our environment — so that Texas can lead in increasing energy supply and driving down costs.”
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Remove permitting delays and rules that hold back energy production

7 members
Andy Barr
Senate · Kentucky · Republican
“No one fought Biden’s war on energy more than Andy Barr.”
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Adam Hamilton
Senate · Kansas · Democrat
“Stop the war on domestic energy projects and restore energy production tax credits that increase our energy independence and create good-paying jobs. Adam supports all of the above energy production and believes Kansans should decide what happens on their land. More than two dozen Republican members of Congress asked to protect these credits before they were repealed, threatening nearly 10,000 jobs and shrinking the state’s economy by over $1 billion.”
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Lindsay James
House · IA-2 · Democrat
“Utilities: We have to unleash the American energy enterprise and fast track innovative new sources of energy to bring down utilities costs. Hold large utility companies responsible for price gouging consumers.”
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Jim Kingston
House · GA-1 · Republican
“Sky-high energy prices are crushing families and small businesses. We need to end the left’s war on American energy and restore U.S. energy independence. I support more domestic drilling (responsibly), streamlined permitting and an all-of-the-above strategy to keep gas and electricity affordable while cutting off our reliance on foreign adversaries.”
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Trever Nehls
House · TX-22 · Republican
“He will fight to end any remaining Biden anti-energy policies while focusing on legislation that expands domestic production and cuts burdensome regulations that drive up gas prices for families.”
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Chris Pappas
Senate · New Hampshire · Democrat
“Congressman Pappas repeatedly broke with Democrats to combat overly burdensome energy efficiency rules and to speed up energy production.”
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James Talarico
Senate · Texas · Democrat
“If we invest in innovation, we can add to our hundreds of thousands of oil, gas, wind, solar, and battery jobs by creating new jobs in cutting-edge technologies like geothermal and hydrogen-fueled energy. We can pioneer innovative ways to streamline permitting processes without compromising the protection of our environment — so that Texas can lead in increasing energy supply and driving down costs.”
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Expand domestic oil and gas production

6 members
Jim Kingston
House · GA-1 · Republican
“Sky-high energy prices are crushing families and small businesses. We need to end the left’s war on American energy and restore U.S. energy independence. I support more domestic drilling (responsibly), streamlined permitting and an all-of-the-above strategy to keep gas and electricity affordable while cutting off our reliance on foreign adversaries.”
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Julia Letlow
Senate · Louisiana · Republican
“Expand offshore energy development in the Gulf of America”
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Trever Nehls
House · TX-22 · Republican
“Trever supports President Trump’s agenda to unleash Texas oil, gas, and nuclear energy to restore full U.S. energy dominance.”
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Brent Taylor
House · TN-9 · Republican
“In Washington, Brent will promote American energy production to lower costs for families and businesses and improve our national security by expanding domestic oil, natural gas, and nuclear power.”
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Mark Teixeira
House · TX-21 · Republican
“Unleash Texas oil, gas, and nuclear to restore U.S. energy dominance and drive down costs for families.”
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Steve Toth
House · TX-2 · Republican
“Representing parts of both Harris and Montgomery Counties, I understand the vital role Texas oil and gas plays in powering our entire nation. We must expand domestic production and ensure we never depend on foreign nations for fuel.”
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Pursue an all-of-the-above energy strategy

6 members
Adam Hamilton
Senate · Kansas · Democrat
“We need a comprehensive, all of the above strategy that creates jobs and increases energy independence while bringing down costs for consumers today.”
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“Stop the war on domestic energy projects and restore energy production tax credits that increase our energy independence and create good-paying jobs. Adam supports all of the above energy production and believes Kansans should decide what happens on their land. More than two dozen Republican members of Congress asked to protect these credits before they were repealed, threatening nearly 10,000 jobs and shrinking the state’s economy by over $1 billion.”
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Charlie Hatcher
House · TN-5 · Republican
“Charlie supports an all-of-the-above American energy strategy that includes natural gas, nuclear power, renewables, and other reliable domestic energy sources.”
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Jim Kingston
House · GA-1 · Republican
“Sky-high energy prices are crushing families and small businesses. We need to end the left’s war on American energy and restore U.S. energy independence. I support more domestic drilling (responsibly), streamlined permitting and an all-of-the-above strategy to keep gas and electricity affordable while cutting off our reliance on foreign adversaries.”
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Eileen Laubacher
House · CO-4 · Democrat
“Power America’s future with energy produced right here in Colorado with an all-of-the-above approach that includes clean, traditional, and alternative sources”
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Chris Pappas
Senate · New Hampshire · Democrat
“Chris supports an all-of-the-above energy strategy to meet the needs of Granite Staters, lower costs, and ensure America can become truly energy independent.”
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James Talarico
Senate · Texas · Democrat
“James Talarico will weatherproof the grid, lower electric bills, and keep Texas the world’s energy leader with an all-of-the-above strategy that protects good-paying oil and gas jobs and grows wind, solar, and geothermal.”
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Expand nuclear power

4 members
Sean McCann
House · MI-4 · Democrat
“Solar, wind, and nuclear energy here in Michigan will help us support US energy independence, reduce pollution, and create good-paying jobs in our community.”
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Trever Nehls
House · TX-22 · Republican
“Trever supports President Trump’s agenda to unleash Texas oil, gas, and nuclear energy to restore full U.S. energy dominance.”
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Brent Taylor
House · TN-9 · Republican
“In Washington, Brent will promote American energy production to lower costs for families and businesses and improve our national security by expanding domestic oil, natural gas, and nuclear power.”
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Mark Teixeira
House · TX-21 · Republican
“Unleash Texas oil, gas, and nuclear to restore U.S. energy dominance and drive down costs for families.”
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Restore and keep tax credits for energy production

2 members
Adam Hamilton
Senate · Kansas · Democrat
“Stop the war on domestic energy projects and restore energy production tax credits that increase our energy independence and create good-paying jobs. Adam supports all of the above energy production and believes Kansans should decide what happens on their land. More than two dozen Republican members of Congress asked to protect these credits before they were repealed, threatening nearly 10,000 jobs and shrinking the state’s economy by over $1 billion.”
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Sean McCann
House · MI-4 · Democrat
“Invest in renewable energy projects and restore the clean energy tax credits to reduce our dependence on foreign energy sources while lowering utility costs. Michigan families are seeing their electricity bills rise while old coal plants are forced to operate and utility executives make a fortune – that’s got to end.”
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