Rep. Mary Fallin (R-OK) in The Oklahoman: “In the midst of partisan wrangling over energy policy, the U.S. Interior Department released a study last week showing that 60 percent of the federal land that may have large oil and gas reserves is off-limits to drilling … Republican lawmakers, including Sen. Jim Inhofe, R-Tulsa, and Rep. Mary Fallin, R-Oklahoma City, called for comprehensive energy legislation that would open more public lands for oil and gas drilling and make it easier for new refineries to be built…” (The Oklahoman, 5/25/08)

Rep. Bob Latta (R-OH) in the Toledo Blade: “Latta: Expand access to U.S. energy sources. Standing outside an Exxon station with $4.09-per-gallon gasoline for sale at State Rt. 25 and Roachton Road in Perrysburg, Mr. Latta said the United States has fallen behind other countries in producing energy that manufacturers need. He called for energy policy ‘reform’ to allow expanded oil refining and drilling, as well as permitting new nuclear power plants and coal ‘gasification,’ along with more futuristic sources such as wind and solar energy development. He said he would support drilling in Alaska and offshore, claiming it will take at least 25 years to reduce America's dependence on oil. ‘If Congress would just say we're going to be proactive and go after the sources we have domestically, that would stop some of the speculation on the world market,’ Mr. Latta said. He said that would cause prices at the gasoline pump to fall. ‘We've got to do something in this country about energy. If we don't, we're in trouble. We're falling behind the rest of the world,’ Mr. Latta said.” (Toledo Blade, 5/28/08)

Rep. Bob Latta (R-OH) in the Sentinel-Tribune: “Latta said it is imperative that Congress act now in hopes of lowering prices and dependence on foreign oil … The congressman believes the U.S. needs to further explore oil drilling in the U.S. - specifically in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge and at offshore sites.” (Sentinel-Tribune, 5/28/08)

Rep. Mike Rogers (R-MI) on WLNS-TV: “Congressman Mike Rogers has a plan that he says could reduce our dependence on foreign oil in the next 7 years. Rogers spent the morning in Lansing at the Hill Vocational Center laying out his energy independence plan to local students. The plan is designed to get Americans off foreign oil supplies by July 4th, 2015. Rogers says new electricity sources, cars of the future, new US energy supplies, home energy efficiency and new fuel research, are all needed to make the country more energy efficient.” (WLNS TV, 5/27/08) For more on Rep. Rogers’ energy plan, visit his website and this YouTube video.

Rep. Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) on WSAV-TV: “Capito: New Legislation Will Ease Pain at the Pump. Congresswoman Shelley Moore Capito says one of the keys [to easing the pain at the pump] is turning coal into liquid fuel. She was in Charleston Tuesday to discuss the new law she plans to introduce in Washington. It would push for developing the technology.” (WSAV TV, 5/27/08)

Rep. Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) in the Charleston Gazette: "‘Our nation's coal reserves are larger than the combined oil reserves of the rest of the world. We've seen enough excuses and it's time to get serious about coal-to-liquids,’ Capito said in a statement. ‘The technology is there, but we've under-invested.' Coal-to-liquids can be clean, it can be produced domestically, it will create American jobs, it's economically viable and it's the right thing for West Virginia,’ Capito said.” (Charleston Gazette/AP, 5/28/08)

Rep. Adrian Smith (R-NE) in the North Platte Bulletin: “Rep. Adrian Smith is visiting gas stations during Congress' long Memorial Day recess to talk with motorists about fuel prices, energy legislation and other issues. ‘American families need real relief,’ he said in announcing his plans. ‘We need to reduce our dependence on foreign sources of energy, lower fuel prices here at home, and invest in all forms of energy to create jobs and grow our economy.’” (North Platte Bulletin, 5/24/08)

Rep. Joe Pitts (R-PA) in the Lancaster Intelligencer-Journal: “Pitts supports GOP energy package … ‘We're not increasing our own supply, and we're sitting on billions of barrels of (oil and natural gas resources),’ said Pitts, a Chester County Republican who represents Lancaster. Pitts slammed Congressional Democrats, who control the House and Senate, for promising to curb rising gas prices in 2006 but failing to enact any meaningful legislation since. ‘If we really do something to provide our own resources, the price of oil would drop overnight’" Pitts said. ‘But Democrats have had control for the last year and a half and they have done absolutely nothing.’ …  The Republicans' energy package also includes calls for nuclear energy development, clean coal use and tax incentives for American homeowners to make their properties, cars and businesses energy efficient.” (Lancaster Intelligencer-Journal, 5/22/08)

Rep. Steve Scalise (R-LA) in The Advocate: “’I strongly support increased oil production,’ he said, adding that OPEC is not going to increase supplies to meet the growing demand. ‘We’ve got the answer right here in our own country. We’ve got reserves all throughout our country.” Scalise said Louisiana is an example that oil exploration and drilling can be achieved without harming the environment. ‘We’ve proven you can do it in an environmentally safe way,’ he said. (The Advocate, 5/28/08)

Rep. Jim Walsh (R-NY) on WROC-TV: “Walsh was at the bus terminal in downtown Rochester Tuesday. He says increasing domestic energy production is the way to go. The country is heading toward a state of recession...and that something has to be done to control the rising price of gas. ‘The average consumer is paying twice as much for gas now as they were a little over a year ago. We cannot sustain that, this country cannot sustain that,’ says Walsh.” (WROC-TV, 5/27/08)

Rep. Steve Buyer (R-IN) on WIBC-FM: “Fourth District U.S. Congressman Steve Buyer (R-Monticello) is blaming Congress for fueling high prices at gas pumps across the United States. … Buyer said Congress repeatedly prevents our country from building new refineries. He says the current Congress defeated and discourages any bill allowing deep sea drilling. However, Buyer says the oil crisis has been thirty years in the making with Congress opposing drilling in Alaska and the outer-continental shelf. Buyer also blames high gas prices on the global supply and demand.” (WIBC FM, 5/22/08, click here for audio)

Rep. Tim Walberg (R-MI) in The Detroit News: "’We need a toolbox of energy solutions: green technologies, nuclear, environmentally sound drilling,’ Walberg said. ‘We need to show the rest of the world we will compete. The only thing that hinders us is doing nothing. We can bring the prices down.’” (The Detroit News, 5/26/08)

Rep. Michele Bachmann (R-MN) on Townhall.com: “Republicans Roll Out Energy Agenda. … Last week, I posted a video with solutions for dealing with America's rising energy costs. I'm happy to say my office was ahead of the curve, and today, Republicans took to the steps of the Capitol to lay out a plan for the American people. In contrast to these fresh ideas, all we hear from the Democrats is the same old 1970s solutions to today's problems.” (Townhall.com, 5/21/08)

Rep. Thaddeus McCotter (R-MI) in The Detroit News: "‘We now have global competition for a finite supply of oil,’ said McCotter, who supports increasing U.S. production, while conserving more and developing renewable alternatives.” (The Detroit News, 5/26/08)

Rep. Mike Pence (R-IN) on Fox News: “Gasoline is at $3.99 a gallon. And while your report suggested accurately, that — that may be affecting vacation plans, it has no impact whatsoever on business, especially business on the farm. Tractors are in the field. They have got to buy the gasoline and the diesel. And we have to lessen our dependence on foreign oil. And people I talk to today at parades and festivals repeatedly said to me that it is all about the supply. We have to allow the American people greater access to American oil. And that means more drilling in Alaska, more drilling offshore. And we can do it all in an environmentally responsive way. The American people should know that 90 percent of Republicans have always voted for more drilling. Ninety percent of Democrats have always voted against more drilling. But at $3.99 a gallon in Indiana, I think that is going to change…” (Fox News, 5/27/08)

Rep. Gresham Barrett (R-SC) in Upstate Today: “U.S. Congressman Gresham Barrett, a Westminster native who represents the third district, told a group of Clemson business leaders Friday that his constituents express three primary topics of concern whenever he meets with them. ‘Energy, energy and energy,’ Barrett said. The congressman feels the time has come to step up efforts to discover alternative energy solutions through deep water exploration, coal to gas incentives, research and development incentives and wind, solar and hydrogen sources.” (Upstate Today, 5/24/08)

Rep. Buck McKeon (R-CA) on KHTS Radio: “McKeon Touts Republicans’ Energy Plan. He hopes gas prices will fall as a result. Rep. Howard P. ‘Buck’ McKeon (R-Santa Clarita) issued the following statement after House Republicans rolled-out their plan to reduce gas prices.  The plan encourages American oil independence, alternative fuel production, and conservation. ‘Today’s record-high fuel prices are putting the squeeze on all Americans’ pocketbooks. In California today, the average price for gasoline at the pump is an astounding $3.98 per gallon.  Whether through the ‘Pelosi Premium’ being paid at the pump or its ripple effect through the economy in the form of higher prices on food and household goods, Americans need a  common-sense solution to the problem; and that’s precisely what Republicans unveiled today. Republicans recognize that hardworking Americans need relief, and that’s why we have outlined an ambitious agenda to increase American-made energy, bring down gas prices, and move toward energy independence.” (KHTS Radio, 5/24/08)

Rep. Charles Boustany (R-LA) in The Advertiser: "Boustany touts energy proposal … ‘Increasing American energy production is the single most responsible solution to our energy crisis, and I am fighting for sensible energy policy," Boustany said in a press release. ‘The price of gas at the pump will continue to rise if Congress only blames OPEC. American energy production leads to more American jobs, more supply to lower cost and reduced dependence on foreign sources like Venezuela and the Middle East. I am proud to support this energy plan. "House Republicans have unveiled a comprehensive energy reform policy that will boost supplies of all forms of energy right here at home to reduce our dependence on foreign sources of energy, protect us against blackmail by foreign dictators, create American jobs, and grow our economy.’" (The Advertiser, 5/23/08)

Rep. Ed Whitfield (R-KY) in The Times Leader: “Whitfield unveils legislation to lower gas prices and secure America’s energy independence … U.S. Representative Ed Whitfield is leading an effort in Washington to ease the burden of skyrocketing gasoline prices on Kentucky drivers…. ‘Drivers in the First Congressional District simply cannot afford to spend 60, 80 or even 100 dollars every time they pull up to the pump,’ Whitfield said. ‘The time has come to take action and provide American drivers with immediate relief from soaring gas prices as well as a long-term plan to grow our nation's energy supply.’ … The Congressman proposes opening areas of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) and the Outer Continental Shelf to environmentally responsible drilling that will yield vast supplies of oil without harming the environment or wildlife. In addition, the Congressman's bill will expedite the approval of refinery permits in order to get more refineries up and running and process more oil. ‘Right now, the liberal Democratic leadership in Congress is holding hostage 117 billion barrels of oil and 651 trillion cubic feet of natural gas from the American people,’ Whitfield said. ‘These resources are sitting untapped while Kentuckians pay record-breaking prices at the pump. It is time to utilize these resources in an environmentally responsible way for the American taxpayer.’” (The Times Leader, 5/27/08)

Rep. Joe Barton (R-TX), Rep. Michael Burgess (R-TX) and Rep. John Shimkus (R-IL) in the Fort Worth Star-Telegram: “GOP focuses on production-oriented energy initiatives. House Republicans led by Rep. Joe Barton of Arlington, working against the odds in the Democratic-controlled Congress, unveiled a package of production-oriented energy initiatives that Barton said could return Americans to the days of $2-a-gallon gasoline. The plan resurrects past efforts to allow drilling off the U.S. coast and in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge in Alaska. It also encourages the development of nuclear energy and liquefied-coal projects and would permit the first new refineries in the United States in more than three decades … Rep. Michael Burgess, R-Lewisville, said rising gasoline prices have replaced illegal immigration as the top concern in his district, based on questions from his constituents. ‘There's been a sea change in northern Tarrant County as well,’ he said. … Another bill, sponsored by Rep. John Shimkus, R-Ill., would provide loan guarantees to develop up to six projects to convert coal into liquid. Shimkus is a leader of a congressional coalition pushing measures to tap the United States' vast coal reserves.” (Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5/23/08)