Wilson Highlights Bipartisan Energy Bill that will Create Jobs and Secure a Clean Energy Future

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 6, 2009

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Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-02) delivered the following remarks on the floor of the House of Representatives today highlighting the new, bipartisan American Conservation and Clean Energy Independence Act (H.R. 2227).

“Madame Speaker, I am grateful to be a part of a bipartisan group in Congress that is putting forward new and innovative solutions to our energy needs.

“The American Conservation and Clean Energy Independence Act, introduced this week, is spearheaded by Congressmen Tim Murphy and Neil Abercrombie. It is legislation that would promote the energy sector to start creating jobs immediately. It does not raise taxes on American families.

“This strategy promotes the development of cleaner energy and more efficiency. It encourages conservation. It utilizes the vast, proven natural resources we have here in America to not only help address our current energy needs but help fund the development of the next generation of energy resources.

“High gas prices and home heating costs threaten the budgets of American families. With this comprehensive strategy, we address those high costs and our environmental concerns while creating jobs.

“In conclusion, God bless our troops, and we will never forget September 11th in the Global War on Terrorism.”

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