Lois Capps: “First, even if we wanted to, we simply can't drill our way to energy independence.”

the safety of our nation's pipeline infrastructure is critically important to protect public health and the environment and our local economies.

Today I rise to honor the life of my constituent Ray West, who passed away last week at the age of 89. Ray was a U.S. Navy veteran who served during World War II. He went on to have a successful career in the film industry, earning an…

And I want to salute my colleague Joe Kennedy, and pledge my support for making sure this topic stays on the table.

Despite technological improvements, we know that extracting, transporting, and burning oil and gas is a dirty and dangerous business. There is simply no disputing that. Our reliance on these outdated fuel sources is placing people and our…