Washington, D.C.—Today, the House of Representatives voted to protect access to affordable electricity by providing an alternative to the EPA’s excessive regulations on power plants. Rep. David B. McKinley (R-WV) is an original co-sponsor of the legislation.

The House adopted two of Rep. McKinley’s amendments to the bill designed to reign in EPA overregulation by adding stakeholders with whom the EPA should consult before submitting its report to Congress. In addition, they require the EPA to look at the domestic and global economic impact of rules or guidelines before making more changes.

“We’ve heard from numerous business leaders that tell us that excessive regulations are holding back job growth,” said Rep. McKinley. “We need to create an economic environment where businesses feel confident about their future in this uncertain economy as the Obama Administration continues to bypass Congress with its ever-changing government regulations.”

“Under this legislation passed today, the EPA is required to submit a report to Congress regarding the impacts proposed regulations will have on the economy, our competitiveness, job loss and electricity rates,” said Rep. McKinley. “We need more accountability and transparency from the EPA on the impact these regulations will have on our nation. That’s why these amendments are needed.”

“One of the problems our coal, gas and oil industries face are the ideologically motivated regulations they are required to adhere to even when the technology isn’t yet available,” added Rep. McKinley. “Other nations don’t impose the same burdensome policies and regulations. These amendments will make certain the United States remains competitive on a global scale.”