Bill Johnson: “This is another tactic to delay implementation of the underlying bill. Energy security is national security, and if my…”

“This is another tactic to delay implementation of the underlying bill. Energy security is national security, and if my Democratic colleagues recognized this, they wouldn't need to abuse the SPR and attempt to offset the high prices caused by their very policies. Let's protect our strategic reserves, which is now at the lowest level since 1983, and unleash American production. I urge a ``no'' vote on this amendment, and I yield back the balance of my time. The Acting CHAIR. The question is on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Florida (Mr. Soto). The question was taken; and the Acting Chair announced that the noes appeared to have it.”