Bowling Green Today

Congressman Brett Guthrie of Kentucky expressed his support for the House Republicans Energy Week Agenda, emphasizing the importance of American energy independence. Guthrie stated, "This week I was honored to stand with my House Republican colleagues in support of American energy independence and lowering energy costs for everyday Americans."

Among the bills highlighted in the Energy Week Agenda, Guthrie specifically mentioned H.R. 1023 - Cutting Green Corruption and Taxes Act by Rep. Gary Palmer, H. Res. 987 - Denouncing the harmful, anti-American energy policies of the Biden administration by Rep. Dan Newhouse, and H.R. 1121 - Protecting American Energy Production Act by Rep. Jeff Duncan.

Regarding H.R. 1023, Guthrie highlighted the importance of repealing the EPA’s Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund, stating that it will "reduce the budget deficit, protect against government corruption, and stop China from receiving American taxpayer dollars." He also emphasized the need to eliminate the EPA’s proposed natural gas tax to prevent an increase in energy costs for Americans.

In reference to H. Res. 987, Guthrie condemned the Biden administration's energy policies, stating that they have jeopardized grid security, caused living costs to rise, and forced the country to depend on foreign entities. He expressed concerns about the administration's actions leading to increased reliance on foreign adversaries for energy needs, contributing to potential energy and national security risks.

Guthrie also highlighted the significance of H.R. 1121, which aims to prevent any unilateral banning of hydraulic fracturing by a president and supports state regulation of hydraulic fracturing on state and private lands. He underscored the transformative impact of hydraulic fracturing on the U.S. economy, positioning the country as a leading producer of natural gas and oil.

In conclusion, Congressman Guthrie reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring that Kentuckians and Americans have access to affordable, reliable, American-made energy. The Energy Week Agenda reflects the efforts of House Republicans to address energy-related challenges and support the nation's energy independence goals.