Expanding Free National Park Access for Gold Star Families
By Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer (OR-05)
Our nation’s stunning national parks welcome millions of visitors from the United States and around the world every year. From hiking and fishing to sightseeing and wildlife viewing, they present refreshing opportunities to connect with nature. I’m proud to represent Oregon, where we… Read more »
If You Want to Protect the Environment, Invest More in America's Fossil Fuels
By Rep. John Curtis (UT-03)
When I visit constituents in the Uinta Basin, I remind them they are the true environmentalists. This comment always gets some laughs because this isn’t how they would usually label themselves, but there's a serious point behind it: everywhere I go in Utah, I meet people… Read more »
Proper Forest Management: Protecting our Natural Resources and Reducing Future Risk
By Executive Vice Chair Doug LaMalfa (CA-01)
The recent Park Fire in my district is yet another reminder of the urgent need for better forest management and post-fire recovery efforts. The destruction of homes, businesses, and cherished natural resources is heartbreaking, and our residents are… Read more »
Addressing Water Conveyance Infrastructure to Protect Our Food Supply
By Rep. Vince Fong (CA-20)
California’s Central Valley is one of the most agriculturally productive regions in the world - a feat made possible by a complex network of surface water storage. Canals and aqueducts drive our agricultural economy and are a lifeline for farmers, delivering water to crops that feed… Read more »
The Case for Rural Healthcare
By Rep. Greg Lopez (CO-04)
In rural America, and especially out West, there is a concerning lack of hospitals, doctors, and medical care of any kind. Despite advances in technology and the U.S.’ growing population, access to life saving in-person care is only decreasing in much of rural America. Unfortunately, life expectancy has also… Read more »
Enhancing the Livestock Indemnity Program to Protect the Panhandle Cattle Industry
By Rep. Ronny Jackson (TX-13)
Earlier this year, over 1.3 million acres were burned in the Texas Panhandle by the largest wildfire ever recorded in the State’s history. When the fires first broke out, my office and I worked diligently with the Texas Department of Emergency Management, fire… Read more »
Hydropower is Key to an All-of-the-Above Energy Future
By Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers (WA-05)
Energy prices continue to skyrocket due to the Biden administration’s war on American energy production and jobs. Families are paying more on every drive to school or trip to the grocery store. Since his first day in office, President Biden has been clear that American energy… Read more »
Our Energy Future: Hydrogen
By Rep. Debbie Lesko (AZ-08)
As we celebrate National Clean Energy Week, it is important to remember that all Americans need sources of inexpensive, secure, and reliable sources of energy for a healthy and prosperous economy – especially as global energy demand is expected to increase 50% by 2050. Hydrogen can be produced here in the United States and… Read more »
Geothermal: The Future Ahead
By Rep. Russ Fulcher (ID-01)
America's energy future is exciting as new technologies enhance the possibilities in the hydropower, nuclear, and geothermal space. In particular, geothermal energy has an optimistic arena to bring reliable, clean energy to Americans nationwide. As many Idahoans already know, geothermal is a proven technology with a… Read more »
Unlocking Our Domestic LNG Potential
By Rep. Bill Johnson (OH-06)
Earlier this year, I introduced the “Unlocking Our Domestic LNG Potential Act,” legislation that would help preserve the future of American energy, protect American energy jobs, lower energy costs, advance our global diplomatic leverage, and strengthen our national security. As I said about this legislation… Read more »