I think that these stories and the people on that train in California across the country give us a sense of urgency.

I did think that the conference this summer was a very good idea and really brought some national attention to this issue.

the saddest part of these cases was the money. Ultimately, the people ripped off are the most vulnerable people in our society.

Some critical paths of this bill, which I support, will take years, like developing complex technology and building more nuclear plants.

This bill is an opportunity to put the courage and the entrepreneurship of the American people up front and center.

Your leadership on this issue is well recognized, and I appreciate your working with me and my staff on this bill.

Renewable energy--coming from our wind, sun, ground and bio products is by its nature going to involve jobs right here in our country.

We need an energy bill so that we send clear market signals that both short-term and long-term investment energy technologies will be rewarded.

I truly believe that we can bring more jobs and put America back in the driver's seat here by passing some forward thinking energy legislation.

If we don't put these kinds of clear market signals in place in legislation we may not get this investment.

This is about getting jobs right here in this country.