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Energy Independence
The recent surge in energy prices underscores the need for an all-of-the above approach to solving our energy problems. That includes oil and gas, clean-coal, nuclear, wind, solar and all renewable sources of energy. Unfortunately, the current Administration is pursuing an agenda making American energy harder to produce, more expensive for families and small businesses and our nation more dependent on the whims of unfriendly oil cartels.
In addition to expanding oil and gas exploration in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, and the outer continental shelf (OCS), we need to take a look at the complex regulations governing energy development. There has not been an oil refinery to come online in 30 years. To address the energy problem in the near-term, we must increase our fossil-fuel production here at home and reduce our dependence on foreign energy.
Demand for energy is growing around the world, especially in China, India and other nations with rapidly growing populations. As the demand for fossil fuels continues to increase, it is critical that we focus on developing economically viable alternatives here at home for long-term sustainability. From wind energy to nuclear power and from clean-coal to fuel-cell technology, our approach to energy independence needs to be comprehensive, long-term, but also mindful of our current needs.
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Congresswoman Jenkins Applauds House Legislation To Modernize North American Energy & Lower Prices At The Pump
6/25/2014H.R. 3301, the North American Energy Infrastructure Act and H.R. 4899, the Lowering Gasoline Prices to Fuel an America that Works Act passed the House of Representatives with bipartisan support.
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Jenkins: We must unleash the benefits of American energy through an all-of-the-above energy plan
6/24/2014At the weekly press conference with Republican leaders Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins (KS-02) highlighted the House's all-of-the-above energy plan to lessen our dependence on foreign energy, lower prices at the pump, stimulate economic growth, and create more good paying jobs.
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Jenkins: Conservatives Are Unwilling To Accept The Status Quo
1/30/2014Today, Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins (KS-02) outlined the conservative vision that will create jobs and more take-home pay with smarter energy policies, a fairer tax code, and relief from the President's job-killing health care law.
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Congresswoman Jenkins Supports Energy Security & Job Creation
11/21/2013Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins (KS-02) voted for three bills, that passed the U.S. House of Representatives this week, to enhance our nation's energy security and create a better environment for job creation.
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