Political Quotes

“Thank you, Chairman Rangel. I am proud to be a Member of a congressional body that, first, recognizes the fact that global warming is happening, but is also willing to take action to reduce our dependence on foreign oil and foreign energy. In our first year, we passed the Energy Independence and Security Act which authorized a number of renewable energy programs. That legislation, I think, was a good first step towards moving us towards energy independence. But what is missing today is the passage of the Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation Tax Act. I come from the great State of Arizona, a State known for a tremendous amount of sunshine. Just last week, plans were introduced to build the world's largest solar power plant in our back yard. It's going to be big enough to power over 70,000 homes. But a project like this will not be constructed without the solar Investment Tax Credits. In recent years, the solar industry has been one of the fastest growing industries in the country. It creates high-quality jobs; it provides us with tremendous energy independence; and it addresses global warming. Our Nation cannot afford to have these vital tax incentives sunset like they're set to do in 2008 unless this Congress acts. For our Nation, for our planet, but, most importantly, for our kids who are going to inherit this planet that we leave behind, it is critical that we pass this legislation and we urge our colleagues in the Senate to pass this legislation as well.”