Ed Whitfield: “EPA's regulations are likely to force accelerated retirements of many coal-fired plants that are still badly needed.”

I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: At the end of the bill, add the following new section: SEC. 5. NO ADDITIONAL FUNDS AUTHORIZED. No…

I believe we should have an open mind on whether changes are needed.

As I see it, the RFS was enacted largely for three reasons--to reduce America's dependence on foreign oil, to lower greenhouse gas emissions, and to strengthen rural economies.

Nuclear energy is, and will continue to be an integral piece of our electricity portfolio.