Heavy-handed regulations and arbitrary emission targets will do lasting damage to our economy, all for little environmental benefit.
Lamar Smith
The Public Record
Lamar Smith is a former Republican member of the United States House of Representatives, representing Texas's 21st congressional district from 1987 to 2019. During his tenure, he served as the chairman of the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee, where he focused on issues related to science policy, technology, and innovation. Smith was known for his advocacy of scientific research and development, as well as his support for policies aimed at promoting economic growth through technological advancements.
The Clean Power Plan will have an even greater impact on those who live on fixed incomes, such as the elderly and the poor.
These regulations stifle economic growth, destroy American jobs, and increase energy prices.
Driving the American economy over a cliff is not going to kick-start energy innovation.
Data produced by the EPA show that the Clean Power Plan would eliminate less than one percent of global carbon emissions.
The president's 'Power Plan' is nothing more than a 'Power Grab' to give the government more control over Americans' daily lives.
The EIA's analysis shows that the EPA's rule could cause significant damage to the economy, increasing electricity prices, causing job losses, and limiting economic growth long into the future.
The President's power plan is nothing more than a power grab to give the government more control over Americans' daily lives.
Higher energy prices will increase costs across the Nation from electricity to gasoline to food.
Mr. Speaker, I would like to thank my friend and colleague from Missouri, Representative Graves, for yielding me time. Mr. Speaker, it is a privilege to recognize veteran, patriot, and Medal of Honor recipient Milton A. Lee today. Earlier…





