Issue Position: Energy

Issue Position

I will oppose new energy taxes and support energy independence.

As a member of the State House Energy Committee, I know the challenges and opportunities we have when it comes to energy in this country. I oppose a national energy tax on American consumers, farmers and business owners. At a time when our economy is struggling, a cap-and-trade scheme would further strain family budgets and destroy jobs. Creating jobs in the energy sector and becoming more energy efficient requires entrepreneurial innovation, not big government mandates. Instead of higher energy bills and job losses, the American people deserve a comprehensive, job-creating energy policy that promotes energy efficiency, alternative energy production and the development of our own natural resources.

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