Political Quotes

“I thank my colleague from Alaska for yielding. Mr. Chairman, I rise in strong opposition to this legislation. I wish I could say that I am surprised by the bills that are being brought before us this week, but I am not. The Democratic war on our economy, on America's families, and on fossil fuels continues. Mr. Chairman, energy independence is crucial for our economy and our security. I stand in strong solidarity with my friend and colleague from Alaska, someone who is a mentor not just to me, but to all on our side of the aisle. Partly, I stand in solidarity with him because I, like Mr. Young, represent my entire State. Like Alaska, Wyoming is no stranger to outsiders thinking they know what is best for us. The legislation we have before us today echoes the majority's goal of making the Green New Deal a reality, fundamentally changing our way of life by making us increasingly dependent on foreign sources of energy. Yesterday, Mr. Chairman, I joined my colleagues, Whip Scalise and the House Committee on Natural Resources ranking member, Mr. Bishop, to introduce the American Energy First Act. Our bill would end unnecessary overreach from Washington bureaucrats and enable States to manage energy production on lands within our borders. Our all-of-the-above pro-energy legislation would help put our families to work, further our energy independence, and put our national security at the forefront. Wyoming prides itself on our fossil fuels.…”