Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Fred Upton (R-Mich.) said he looks forward to saying “yes to jobs and yes to energy” when the House votes on the American Energy Solutions for Lower Costs and More American Jobs Act this week.
Sponsored by Rep. Lee Terry (R-Neb.), the legislation includes a number of bills previously passed by the House in the 113th Congress that remain blocked by the Democratic-controlled Senate. The package includes solutions to build a modern new energy infrastructure, ensure Americans have access to affordable energy, encourage new efficient and renewable energy technologies, promote the development of energy resources, and embolden America’s energy diplomacy.
“American energy holds the key to creating jobs and promoting economic growth, which is why the House is focused on solutions to fulfill our country’s full energy potential. Energy is at the heart of American life, and we want to make it more affordable and accessible for everyone,” Upton said. “We can do this by building pipelines to connect our abundant supplies to consumers, promoting the production of more American energy, embracing innovative strategies to use energy more efficiently, and working to stop expensive new rules from destroying jobs and increasing energy prices.