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Energy Independence
The recent fluctuations in global and domestic 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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Energy Independence Press Releases
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Jenkins Statement on Obama's Plan to Tax Oil
2/5/2016Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins (KS-02) released the following statement in regard to President Obama's proposed $10-per-barrel oil tax to pay for his green transportation projects
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Jenkins: "We'll continue to stand with the American people against the unforgiving regulations of this administration"
12/1/2015At the weekly Republican Leadership Press Conference, Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins (KS-02) criticized the excessive regulation flowing from the President's administration as it threatens our economy and stifles job creation.
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Congresswoman Jenkins Criticizes President's Rejection Of Keystone XL Pipeline
11/6/2015President Obama today announced the rejection of the application to build the Keystone XL pipeline, after seven years of review. Congresswoman Lynn Jenkins (KS-02) condemned that decision, releasing the following statement:
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Congresswoman Jenkins Applauds Congressional Approval Of Keystone XL Pipeline
2/11/2015Today, the House of Representatives passed S. 1, the Keystone XL Pipeline Approval Act with a strong bipartisan vote of 270-152 to immediately authorize the construction and operation of the Keystone XL Pipeline.
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