Political Quotes

“I thank the chairman, and I couldn't agree with my chairman more on his comments. I rise today in strong support of S.J. Res. 24, a joint resolution disapproving of the EPA's regulations targeting existing power plants. If the administration allows the Clean Power Plan to move forward, countless coal and coal-related jobs across the country will be eliminated, families and small businesses will be forced to pay higher electricity prices, and grid reliability will be seriously jeopardized. It is estimated that, to comply with the EPA's existing power plant regulations, energy sector expenditures would increase from $220 billion to $292 billion, with retail electricity prices doubling in 40 States. In fact, by 2030, one study predicts Ohio's wholesale electricity prices will increase by 31.2 percent due to this regulation. The regulation will force consumers to absorb a $64 billion cost just to replace the power plants shut down by the rule. This resolution of disapproval sends a clear message to the President that a majority of the Senate, the House, and America do not approve of higher electricity prices and an unreliable electric grid. At least 27 States, including Ohio, are now challenging the regulations in court. Ohio EPA Director Craig Butler is correct; it would be irresponsible for the U.S. EPA to force immediate compliance until the legal issues are resolved. America faces real challenges. ISIS and other terrorist groups are plotting to attack us.…”