Political Quotes

“Perhaps at no other time in our history is the energy security of the United States more vital to this nation's well being. We all agree that the United States needs to reduce its dependence on fossil fuels that pollute the environment and undermine our national security interests and balance of trade. Nevadans understand that any responsible energy strategy must encompass conservation, efficiency, and an expanded generating capacity. Developing renewable energy resources represents a responsible way to expand our power capacity without compromising air or water quality. These renewable energy sources can enhance America's energy supply on a time scale of 1-3 years, considerably shorter than times required for fossil-fuel power plants. I rise today to introduce a bill that expands the existing production tax credit for renewable energy technologies to cover all renewable energy technologies. I want to thank Senator Gordon Smith for joining me in the introduction of this bill, which sets America on a steady path toward energy independence.”