Washington, D.C. – In response to Department of Interior Secretary Salazar’s announcement earlier today regarding an updated oil and gas leasing strategy for the Outer Continental Shelf (OCS), Rep. Gene Green (TX-29) released the following statement:   “Secretary Salazar’s announcement - that the Eastern Gulf of Mexico remains under a moratorium and plans announced in March to develop the Mid and South Atlantic are no longer under consideration - will no doubt have an impact on our nation’s desire for energy independence and I deeply regret the loss of this potential oil and gas production. However, our immediate concern is, (full story...)