I do believe that, when we allow a nonprofit exemption, we create a loophole for bad actors.
Bobby Rush
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Bobby Rush is a former U.S. Representative from Illinois, serving from January 5, 1993, to January 3, 2021. A member of the Democratic Party, Rush was known for his advocacy on issues related to children's safety and consumer protection. He worked closely with colleagues to strengthen agencies responsible for safeguarding children and emphasized the need for legislative changes to ensure the safety of products available to families. Rush's tenure in Congress was marked by his commitment to social justice and community empowerment, reflecting his deep roots in the civil rights movement.
I am pleased to report that I am currently drafting legislation to address this very problem.
It is well known that the electricity sector is one of the largest sources of greenhouse gas pollution within the United States.
In order to achieve these important issues, it is critical that the Federal Government harnesses to its fullest extent all of its best capabilities.
I congratulate you on taking long-awaited steps to make real reforms that will support zero carbon electricity.
Today the Subcommittee on Energy convenes to continue our work in establishing a path forward to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas pollutions and combat climate change.
FERC, under Chairman Glick's leadership, is taking long-awaited steps to make grid reforms that will support zero carbon electricity.
It is critical that the Federal Government harnesses to the fullest extent all of its capabilities.
It is vital that the conference and the Biden administration and future administrations work closely together.
I want to thank you, Madam Chairwoman, for this very outstanding and provocative and informative hearing.





