it is essential that the Federal Government carefully balance the costs and benefits of environmental and land management regulations so that economic progress is not slowed.

The Federal Government should foster an environment for increasing access to America's energy sources that promotes an all-of-the-above response and commonsense growth approach.

I am consistently concerned because when I look at senior citizens on fixed incomes, young families trying to provide for their families right now, and the energy costs, do you think it would be fair to say, when we are talking about some…

I think that is absolutely critical because we are seeing a continued impact locally here in terms of some of the costs, and a lot of us, myself, and I'm sure Congressman Critz assures this, when it gets down to the ultimate consumer…

Energy production is vital for a nation's economic and national security.

So a lot of the regulations, all of the regulatory costs that we are seeing right now are being passed on to the consumer, who is struggling to be able to pay their bills.

Well, that gives us some concern. You hear concern right now about rolling blackouts across the country given the grid and the importance that coal plays as a vital clean energy source that we can actually be able to use in this country.

I have actually gone out and toured some of the facilities, and I am seeing people that live here, work here, eat here, drink the water, breathe the air, they want to be able to do it right.

I think that is important. You may not be aware of it. There are some who do not count hydroelectric power as a clean, renewable energy source.

Regulations have to have a measureable public health benefit, or otherwise they are just regulations for regulations sake.

How much will the new regulation be reflected in the cost of a new car that is passed on to the consumer?

These are issues that impact us here at home, and in your home as well.

I look forward soon to being able to reciprocate in Pennsylvania as well.

We do need strong regulation, and our industry agrees with that. We have to have a strong regulatory authority for structure, continuity of development, and to protect the public interest.

What is the cost to the consumer in terms of that vehicle?

How will raising taxes create jobs? Washington is all out of answers. New leadership is needed.